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India quarterly growth falls to worst level in six years
India's economy grew at its slowest pace in more than six years in the July-September period, down to 4.5 percent from 7.0 percent a year ago, according to government figures released Friday that piled more pressure on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Huawei plans legal challenge to latest US pressure: report
Chinese telecoms giant Huawei is preparing a legal counterpunch against new moves by American regulators to bar the company from accessing $8.5 billion in US federal funds for services and equipment, a report said Friday.
Iraqi PM offers resignation after security forces carry out 'bloodbath' killing of protesters
Iraq’s embattled prime minister offered his resignation on Friday, following the bloodiest day in weeks of unrest.
Surge of activity in Auckland investment market - Colliers
A strong surge in activity over the last two months has contributed to a record year across all four offices that make up Colliers International’s Auckland Investment Sales team.
With 20-plus brands, Rohit Sharma is new blue-eyed boy for corporate firms
Rohit currently charges Rs 1 crore per day for each brand which can be anything from TVC, promotional event, print or digital commitments
If I've hurt anyone with my comments, I'm sorry: Pragya
The Bhopal MP also said she was dubbed as a terrorist despite being acquitted by a court.
Sturgeon ‘getting into bed with Corbyn’ to win indyref2, Chancellor claims
Sajid Javid used a visit to Scotland to launch an attack on the SNP leader.
AmBank Group to disburse up to RM6b of loans in 2H 2020
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 — AMMB Holdings Bhd (AmBank Group) targets to disburse up to RM6 billion in loans in the second half of its financial year ending March 31, 2020 (H2 2020), driven by the current positive sentiment in the industry’s loan growth segment. Chief executive officer Datuk Sulaiman...
Judge Approves Demolition of Home Where 5-Year-Old AJ Freund Was Allegedly Murdered
A judge has approved the demolition of the home where 5-year-old Illinois boy Andrew “AJ” Freund Jr. was allegedly murdered. This comes after a man obtained the residence at an auction, and through his attorney, announced initial plans to renovate the house, according to The Chicago Tribune.
Man pleads guilty to fentanyl trafficking charge
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) - A Massachusetts man has pleaded guilty in federal court in New Hampshire to a fentanyl trafficking charge.
Sturgeon ‘getting into bed with Corbyn’ to win indyref2, Chancellor claims
Sajid Javid used a visit to Scotland to launch an attack on the SNP leader.
Slow Q2 GDP growth: Weak credit, manufacturing need fixing, say experts
The rate of economic expansion was the lowest in more than six years; it slipped from 5 per cent in Q1 this year and 7.1 per cent in Q2 of FY19
Our fear of China is not loathing
Australia's leaders are right to keep their cool on China, but they must respond to the regime's intrusions into our democratic and other institutions.
Bengaluru police bust international drug racket, seize contraband worth over Rs 1 crore
A total of 2. 665 kg of drugs, 14 packets of Marijuana hidden in milk powder boxes, weed-flavoured cigarettes, and 12 chocolate packets were also recovered during the raid apart from Rs 1 lakh in cash, the police added.
Vegetable vendors in Vijayapura to resume trade
They have been protesting against eviction of hawkers from the Nehru Market Lane
ITV Emmerdale actress confirms she is a real life witch on This Morning
Casting spells on celebs and "harnessing the power of nature"
Iraq's prime minister to step down amid protests
Iraqi Prime Minister Adel Abdul-Mahdi on Monday said he would step down as anti-government protests continue to roil the country.
India's Q2 GDP growth dips to over 6-yr low of 4.5%; manufacturing weighs
This GDP growth data for the September 2019 quarter is the lowest since January-March of 2012-13, when it was registered at 4.3%
Saudi Aramco IPO received $44.3 billion in bids so far: Samba Capital
The state-owned oil giant plans to sell 1.5% of the company's shares for as much as 96 billion riyals ($25.6 billion), a deal which would give it a market value of $1.7 trillion
Why 8th Senate rejected Buhari’s $29.96bn loan request – Shehu Sani
Sunday Aborisade, Abuja The chairman of the Senate Committee on Local and Foreign Debt in the 8th National Assembly, Senator Shehu Sani, has explained why the federal parliament rejected Preside...
Donald Tusk Handed Over the Leadership of the European Council to Charles Michel
Today, the European Council President Donald Tusk handed over the leadership of the institution to Charles Michel. The term of office of the President of the European Council is two and a half years, with the possibility of being extended only once.
The Secret World newsletter
The excellent first edition of Matthew Braga’s new Secret World newsletter looks at exactly who you’re calling when you use a satellite phone or Garmin emergency beacon to call for help…
India’s economic growth cools to six-year low
Slowdown in rate of expansion is latest sign of deepening gloom
Former WVZ security guards seek ED's audience over contract termination
Former World Vision Zimbabwe security guards retrenched in 2011 without terminal benefits are planning to engage President Emmerson Mnangagwa for him to r...
Appeal Court victory a validation of people’s will - Lalong
Gov. Simon Lalong of Plateau has described his victory at the Appeal Court as validation of the will of the people.Lalong in a statement on Friday by his...
Fashola under fire for ‘deceptive’ tweet on privately-funded road
Nigerians on Twitter have reacted to the portrayal of a six-kilometer private road project as government-owned by Babatunde Fashola, minister of works and housing.
Minister: Malaysian film industry in for better times following co-production agreement with Australia
PUTRAJAYA, Nov 29 — The Malaysian film industry is in for better times following the signing of a co-production agreement between Malaysia and Australia in Sydney today. Communications and Multimedia Minister Gobind Singh Deo said that with the signing of the agreement, Malaysian productions will...
SC to hear plea against Pragya Thakur's bail in Malegaon case after 2 weeks
Thakur, now a sitting BJP MP, was granted bail on April 25, 2017 by the high court which said "no prima facie" case was made out against her in the case
Onion crisis eases in Tirupati, Chittoor
No cap on quantity at Rythu Bazaars
Dilip Walse Patil of NCP appointed pro tem Speaker of Maharashtra assembly
Senior NCP leader Dilip Walse Patil was appointed pro tem Speaker of Maharashtra Assembly on Friday ahead of the floor test of the Uddhav Thackeray-led Maharashtra Vikas Aghadi government.NCP sources
Daimler could face further recalls in Germany due to diesel cheating: magazine
BERLIN (Reuters) - German luxury carmaker Daimler (DAIGn.DE) could face further recalls related to manipulated diesel engines in some of its compact car models, weekly magazine Der Spiegel said on Friday, without citing sources.
‘Speedy’ diarrhoea diagnosis test developed by UK doctors
Researchers at University Hospital Southampton say the test will ‘revolutionise’ treatment.
Gold price drop triggers heavy buying in India; demand wanes in other hubs
Dealers were charging a premium of up to $1.5 an ounce over official domestic prices this week, compared with a discount of $3 last week
Rajat Sharma resigns yet again
Rajat Sharma once again chose to relinquish his post as president of the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) following “differences” with a majority of the Apex Council members.In his resign
Tesla Expands Its Australian Megabattery Empire
The world's biggest battery is about to get 50% bigger (and could double again).
Lion Industries posts fourth straight quarterly loss of RM110.6m
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Lion Industries Bhd reported a net loss of RM110.62 million for the first quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 (1QFY20) versus a net profit of RM19 million a year ago, including a lower margin of its steel division, and higher loss from associated companies and joint ventures.This marks its fourth consecutive quarterly loss.As a result, it registered a loss per share of 16.25 sen from 2.79 sen for 1QFY19, Lion Industries said in a filing with
Statistics Canada reports pace of economic growth slowed in third quarter
Statistics Canada says the pace of economic growth in Canada slowed in the third quarter.
Ex-Bank Executive Linked to Trump Loans Commits Suicide
Thomas Bowers, who is said to have approved some of the financial services company's loans to President Donald Trump, has committed suicide.
Ford SA slapped with R35 million fine for Kuga debacle
Consumers will now be compensated for damages they may have suffered following the 2017 recalls of Ford Kuga 1.6 EcoBoost.This emerged at the National Consumer Commission's media briefing on the outcomes of its investigation into the matter in Pretoria on Friday.Ford made headlines in 2017 afte
Euro snoozes through sleepiest week since launch 20 years ago
Currency lodged in tight range thanks to steady monetary policy and trade uncertainty
Erdoğan to Macron: Get your own ‘brain death’ checked first
Turkish president also says his French counterpart ‘doesn’t know what the fight against terror is.’
Q2 GDP, core sector data may push RBI to cut rates in December: economists
The GDP growth rate for Q2FY20 was in line with the market expectation at 4.5 per cent, says Deepthi Mary Mathew, economist, Geojit Financial Services
‘Tens of thousands' of children skip school for climate strike protest
The international movement, Fridays For Future, was started by teenage activist Greta Thunberg.
You could be fined £100 for using a petrol station car wash
Penalties have been issued
Trump blasts Newsweek over story on his Thanksgiving plans
President Trump slammed Newsweek over its story on his Thanksgiving plans, which the mag said would include “tweeting, golfing and more” — before he ended up making a surprise visit to US troops
Taco Bell accelerates rollout despite Mexican stand-off
Fast-food giant Collins Foods will open its first Victorian Taco Bell restaurants in Hawthorn and South Yarra.
Lufthansa: German airline not open to Qatar investment
DUBAI: Saudi Arabian and international investors have subscribed to the initial public offering of Saudi Aramco in huge numbers, with demand for shares in the world’s most profitable company exceeding the number of shares on offer. Financial advisers to the biggest IPO in history announced that bids to the value of $44.3bn (166.275bn riyals) have been received in total from
Woman calls cops on black UPS driver because "walking around with a bunch of packages" makes her "nervous"
In this video posted to instagram, a woman calls the cops on a UPS driver because “I don’t understand why you’re walking around with a bunch of packages”. This woman legit c…
Canada: Economy grew at annualized rate of 1.3% in Q3 vs. 1.2% expected
The Canadian economy expanded 1.3% on a yearly basis in the third quarter supported by higher household spending and business investment, the data pub
Iraqi Prime Minister Says He Will Resign After Over 400 Killed in Anti-gov't Protest
Abdul Mahdi's decision comes in response to a call for a change of leadership on Friday by Iraq's top Shi'ite Muslim cleric
India quarterly growth falls to worst level in six years
India's economy grew at its slowest pace in more than six years in the July-September period, down to 4.5 percent from 7.0 percent a year ago, according to government figures released Friday that piled more pressure on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
‘Speedy’ diarrhoea diagnosis test developed by UK doctors
Researchers at University Hospital Southampton say the test will ‘revolutionise’ treatment.
Bulgarians Have Received an European Award for Development in the Film Industry
Yanaki and Hristo Dermendzhievi received a recognition from the European Cinema Awards, organized by Europa Cinemas in the Entrepreneur of the Year category, at a ceremony held recently at UCI Cinemas, Lisbon. The European organization, which distinguishes the merits of various actors in the film industry every two years, has been supported by the European Commission since its inception.
Houthi Forces Claim They've Shot Down a Saudi Helicopter
DOHA (Sputnik) - The members of the Houthi movement, operating in Yemen, have shot down a Saudi helicopter near the border with Saudi Arabia, Yahya Sarea, the group's military spokesman, said on Friday.
Revered relic of the Nativity heads back to Bethlehem
A wooden fragment said to be from the crib of the infant Jesus arrived in Jerusalem on Friday on its way back to Bethlehem after a millenium-long absence.
Canada's GDP growth slows in third quarter
The pace of economic growth in Canada slowed in the third quarter, boosted by higher business investment and increased household spending, but weighed down by a drop in exports, Statistics Canada said Friday.
UK PM Johnson says UK will leave EU by Jan. 31 at the latest
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Friday that Britain would leave the European Union by January 31 at the latest if his Conservative Party win a majority in the election in two weeks time, reported news agency Reuters. "If we can get a working majority then we will come on Jan. 31 at the absolute latest," the report said Johnson as saying to LBC radio.
Again, a Xiaomi phone reportedly goes up in flames, this time a Redmi Note 7 Pro - Gizmochina
A Redmi Note 7 Pro model has reportedly gone up in flames in China. Song Yujie, a citizen of Zhoukou, Henan Province logged a report on November 27 that the Redmi Note 7 Pro that he had purchased for his father and used for more than 3 months was “spontaneously ignited” while in use. The …
Maharashtra CM Thackeray stays Metro carshed work
Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Friday announced a stay to construction of metro carshed in the city’s green lung Aarey Colony, where strong protests had erupted last month against cutt
PHOTOS: Dyson's new global HQ is in one of Singapore's most historic sites - see how St James Power Station evolved over the last 92 years, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The 92-year old building has gone from a simple power station to being abandoned, and then becoming one of Singapore's largest nightlife hubs.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
BREAKING: Court grants Mompha N100m bail
A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos on Friday has granted N100m bail to a suspected money launderer, Ismaila Mustapha, also known as Mompha.
Conor McGregor returning to face Donald Cerrone in UFC 246
Nov. 29 (UPI) -- Conor McGregor is making his return to Ultimate Fighting Championship, with a UFC 246 welterweight bout against Donald "Cowboy" Cerrone set for Jan. 18 in Las Vegas.
Saudi Aramco IPO gets US$44.3b in bids so far, says lead manager
RIYADH, Nov 29 — Saudi Aramco has received bids for its shares totalling US$44.3 billion so far, lead manager Samba Capital said today, putting its initial public offering on track to be over-subscribed. The state-owned oil giant plans to sell 1.5 per cent of the company’s shares for as much as...
Sugar companies' profit set to rise on firmer prices
The profit of sugar companies is expected to improve with prices firming up on the back of lower sugar production. Domestic sugar production for sugar season started in October was revised downwards
Chubarov: Silence about Crimea at Normandy Four summit could look as consent to annexation
Chubarov believes it is necessary to turn to partners, namely French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel.
Bargain hunters flock to charity store on Black Friday
More than 100 bargain hunters flocked to a discount charity store on Black Friday.
Bitcoin (BTC) Futures Markets Hit $5B Daily Volume
The Bitcoin (BTC) market has evolved to include the simplest kind of derivative financial products - futures contracts. Those markets now reach $5 billion
Iraqi prime minister says he will resign
BAGHDAD, Nov 29 — Iraqi Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi said today he would offer his resignation to parliament to allow lawmakers to choose a new government, in a move that follows weeks of violent anti-government protests. Abdul Mahdi’s decision came in response to a call for a change of...
Minister urges Japanese investors to leverage Malaysia’s digital transformation push
KOBE (Japan), Nov 29 — International Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Darell Leiking is calling for Japanese investors to leverage on Malaysia’s push for digital transformation. He said Malaysia was committed to undertaking the digital transformation efforts, among others, through the National...
Syria constitutional talks end without consensus on agenda: U.N. envoy
GENEVA (Reuters) - A second week-long round of Syrian talks has ended without a meeting of the group of 45 delegates meant to be negotiating on the constitution, United Nations Special Envoy Geir Pedersen said on Friday.
Iraqi PM offers resignation after security forces carry out 'bloodbath' killing of protesters
Iraq’s embattled prime minister offered his resignation on Friday, following the bloodiest day in weeks of unrest. Adel Abdel Mahdi, who took up the post of premier last year, said he would submit to the parliament a formal letter requesting my resignation to "preserve the blood" of Iraqis.
Enugu teachers seek 65 years retirement age - The Nation Newspaper
The Association of Primary School Head Teachers of Nigeria (AOPSHON), Enugu state Wing, has called for the extension of teachers...
Natixis downgrades price outlook for 2020 as gold starts losing glitter
Signs of a thaw in the US-China trade spat and prospects of an improvement in US economic growth have taken a toll on the metal, which has lost nearly $100 an ounce to trade at $1,456 today
Sensex hits 19 fresh highs in November, gains 665 points
The announcement of corporate tax reduction in the last week of September provided the much-needed trigger that lifted the market by around 4 per cent during the month and a little over 7 per cent till date
'We need action now': Ambulance crews at CUH say overcrowding crisis is obstructing them
Ambulance crews are being “obstructed” from doing their job at Cork University Hospital because of the overcrowding crisis in the emergency department (ED), according to SIPTU.
Dutch police: Multiple people injured in Hague stabbing
Multiple people were injured in a stabbing incident in The Hague’s main shopping street Friday night, police said.
NDLEA arraigns man for allegedly peddling 967.9kg marijuana
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency on Friday in Lagos State arraigned man, Usman, who allegedly trafficked in 967.9kg of cannabis Sativa (marijuana). The agency charged Usman on one count ...
Japanese department store under fire over 'period badges' for female employees
A Japanese department store is under fire over a controversial policy enabling female staff to wear special red badges when they are menstruating.
UK Black Friday transactions jump 12.5pc versus 2018, says Barclaycard
LONDON, Nov 29 — The volume of Black Friday payment transactions in Britain as of 1000 GMT was up 12.5 per cent versus last year, initial data from Barclaycard showed today, bringing some cheer to UK retailers in need of a tonic after a troubled year. Barclaycard, which processes nearly one pound...
India accounted for 22% of all visa-related searches to US in 2018: Survey
Overall, the top 10 countries accounted for nearly 56.5 per cent of all foreign visa-related searches in 2018, the report added
If this is not recession, what is? Opposition slams govt after India's GDP growth dips | Reactions
Speaking at the National Economy Conclave, CPI(M) leader Sitaram Yechury referred to the recent GDP numbers and said, "This is the New India. This government wants a Hindu Rashtra which they want to do keeping states at bay."
Bitcoin ransomware forces Spanish security firm Prosegur offline
Prosegur has been hit by Ryuk ransomware, the notorious Trojan that encrypts files on a compromised device and typically demands payment in Bitcoin.
Canadian Investment Firm 3iQ Files Prospectus for Bitcoin Fund
Canadian investment fund manager 3iQ filed a preliminary prospectus for its close-end, regulated, publicly-traded Bitcoin fund.
GDP means 'Godse Divisive Politics' to BJP: Congress
Q2 GDP: Congress's 'Godse Divisive Politics' jibe comes after Pragya Thakur criticised Rahul Gandhi for calling her a terrorist
Construction worker dies after Sydney pipe bursts
A Sydney construction worker has died in hospital after being struck in the head by a burst pressurised water pipe.
SAA dropped by leading travel insurer
The decision prompts Australian travel agency Flight Centre Travel Group to stop selling tickets for the airline.
Mya Piper, four, died in swimming pool on holiday in Cyprus
Her mother, Lisa Piper, had been distracted by an urgent phone call from the UK
Bill Evans: Australian dollar to keep falling as RBA cuts
Via Bill Evans of Westpac on the RBA and the Australian dollar:
Stag Arms: The Go-To Manufacturer for AR-15s or Just Awful?
Here are the facts.
Top news today evening: India’s GDP slips further, Pragya Thakur’s apology and more
From India's GDP slipping to a 26-quarter low of 4.5 per cent in the second quarter to Pragya Thakur issuing apology in the Lok Sabha over Godse remarks, here are the top news of today evening.
Demand in LS to shift private members' business to Wednesday from Friday
BJD member Bhartruhari Mahtab suggested that the day for private members' business be changed from Friday to Wednesday. He said it was the practice in the British parliament
Parineeti Chopra's 'The Girl On The Train' to clash with Sushant Singh Rajput's 'Dil Bechara' on 8th May 2020
Parineeti Chopra has been quite busy shooting for the Saina Nehwal biopic nowadays and therefore has been spending a lot of time in the Badminton cour
Shareholders of Singapore-listed POSH told to accept takeover offer by Kuok Group
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Minority shareholders of loss-making Singapore-listed PACC Offshore Services Holdings Ltd (POSH) have been advised to accept the voluntary conditional cash offer of S$0.215 by the Kuok Group, through its investment vehicle Quetzal Capital Pte Ltd.In a letter to the recommending directors in respect to the offer, independent financial adviser Provenance Capital Pte Ltd said the offer presents shareholders with a cash exit opportunity to realise their entire investment in the shares at a fixed price
Hong Kong Airlines delays salaries as protests hit tourism
HONG KONG: Low-cost carrier Hong Kong Airlines said Friday (Nov 29) it will delay salary payments to some staff, warning its business has been ...
Winter 2019-2020 to be warmer than normal, preditcs IMD
The upcoming winter season (December to February) is likely to experience warmer than average minimum temperatures over most parts of the country except over northern most parts of India, the IMD predicted.
Tax benefits for traders as CBDT approves NSE's commodity derivatives
Exchange gets 'Recognised Association' status, due to which participants can set off losses in commodity derivatives against business gains
Mithun’s good news, bad news day
Within a span of a few hours, Abhimanyu Mithun found himself in the news for two contrasting reasons. On Friday it emerged he has been summoned by the Bengaluru police for questioning in connection wi
Sturgeon ‘getting into bed with Corbyn’ to win indyref2, Chancellor claims
Sajid Javid used a visit to Scotland to launch an attack on the SNP leader.
NFL star Richard Sherman clears over $27,000 in schools' cafeteria debt
San Francisco 49er Richard Sherman is making his mark off the football field by paying off thousands of dollars in school lunch debt for public school students.
MPs brother brutally murdered by Nephew
MP's brother killed in cold blood
Gold heads for biggest monthly drop in 3 years on US-China talks optimism
The precious metal is down 3.6% this month, the most since November 2016, when Trump won the US presidential election
Mulpha International suffers big losses, dragged down by RM315 million impairment in 3Q
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): The whopping RM315.38 million impairment on its investment in an Australia-listed associate, AVEO, widened Mulpha International Bhd's net loss substantially to RM299.32 million in the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 (3QFY19) from RM6.65 million in the previous corresponding quarter.The hefty impairment offset the improved performance in the hospitality and property divisions, said the company in a filing with Bursa Malaysia.The company’s loss per share swelled to 93.69 sen for 3QFY19 from 2.08 sen for
Weather Man Gets Contradicted By Siri During Broadcast
It doesn't get more awkward than your digital voice assistant being triggered on live TV. RELATED: Global News Meteorologist In Calgary Dresses As A Unicorn For Halloween Weather Report On Thursday, BBC meteorologist Tomasz Schafernaker was in the middle of a report predicting snow in the forecast for parts of the U.S. Midwest when he…
Bongo Assembly awards tertiary scholarships to 64 students
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South Africa's Karoo drills and prays as taps run dry
GRAAFF-REINET, South Africa (Reuters) - South Africa’s Karoo region has always been parched - it means land of thirst in the language of its earliest inhabitants, the Khoisan hunter gatherers.
Cities consume 75% of all world sources, generating 50% of waste
While cities cover only 3% of the earth's surface, they consume 75% of its natural sources, Turkey's Environment and Urbanization Minister Murat Kurum said...
South Africa court rejects Zuma appeal to prevent corruption trial
A South African court on Friday rejected an appeal by former President Jacob Zuma that sought to prevent his prosecution on corruption charges over...
Hong Kong Airlines delays salary payments as protests take their toll
Hong Kong Airlines has delayed the payment of salaries for almost half of its staff members as widespread protests in the city have hit the carrier.
Iraqi PM to resign as top cleric warns of chaos amid escalating violence
Forty protesters were shot dead by security forces in Baghdad and the southern cities of Najaf and Nasiriya on Thursday.
CEA Subramanian sees GDP picking up in Q3, says fundamentals remain strong
India's economic growth slowed to 4.5 per cent in the September quarter from 7.1 per cent in the corresponding period of last year
Upcoming Skoda Kamiq SUV spotted testing in India for the first time
The Indian-built Skoda Kamiq will most likely go up against the Kia Seltos, the MG Hector, Tata Harrier and the new Hyundai Creta that is also being readied for an Auto Expo 2020 debut.
Jadavpur University considering to set up gender-neutral toilets in campus
The administration has received a proposal for setting up two gender-neutral toilets in the campus that could be used by men, women and persons of the third gender and is considering it, a senior JU official said.
250 Indian students held in Fake Varsity Sting Operation in US
A total of about 250 students, mostly from India, have been arrested in a sting operation by US immigration officials who set up a fake university in the
Iraqi PM to resign as top cleric warns of chaos amid escalating violence
Forty protesters were shot dead by security forces in Baghdad and the southern cities of Najaf and Nasiriya on Thursday.
Bulgaria Is among the Countries Which Export the most Grain
Bulgaria is one of the leading exporters of grain. Over the past year, it exported grain worth more than $ 1 billion, or a quarter of the country's total exports.
RBI may go for another rate cut as GDP slows to more than 6-year low
Analysts expect the MPC slashing interest rates by 25 basis points (bps), along with a marginal cut in gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast for FY20
Beer suds to soap suds: waste alcohol finds use in green detergent
LEUVEN, Belgium (Reuters) - The next time you wash your dishes, you could find yourself up to your elbows in soap suds spiked with leftover alcohol, if the world’s largest brewer and a environmentally friendly detergent firm have their way.
China limits number of rides drivers can offer through car-pooling services
China's Ministry of Transport said car-pooling services have to limit the daily number of rides drivers can offer through apps such as Didi ...
That time Charlton Comics published a trans sci-fi story in 1953
Back in September, a rare print edition of Space Adventures #7—originally published by the new-defunct Charlton Comics in 1953—sold for $1,800. The comic book speculator market isn’t normally…
Record 108,364 people stuck on a hospital trolley so far this year
INMO seeking formal intervention by Health Information and Quality Authority
Costco’s website crashed for several hours over Thanksgiving, and experts estimate it could have cost the retailer nearly $11 million in sales
Costco’s website crashed for several hours over Thanksgiving, and experts estimate that it could have cost the retailer as much as $11 million in sales.
Conductor bids so long and thanks for all the music ... and coffee
When David Robertson takes to the podium on Saturday for his final official engagement as chief conductor of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, it will be with some sadness but mostly a sense of pride at what they have done together.
Lebanon crisis wreaks havoc on Syria's war-torn economy
AMMAN (Reuters) - A financial crisis in Lebanon has hit the economy of neighboring Syria hard, choking off a vital source of dollars and dragging the Syrian pound to record lows.
Trump announces new peace talks in surprise Thanksgiving visit to Afghanistan
President Trump made a surprise visit to Afghanistan on Thursday to spend part of Thanksgiving with U.S. troops, AP reports. During the visit, Trump's first to Afghanistan, he announced that the U.S. and the Taliban have reopened peace talks. He said he believes the Taliban want a truce in America's longest war. "We're meeting with them," Trump said. "And we're saying it has to be a ceasefire." Trump had cut off talks with the Taliban in September and canceled a secret meeting between Taliban and Afghan leaders after a flurry of violence. During Trump's 3 1/2 hours at Bagram Air Field, Trump also served turkey to U.S. soldiers, who cheered him when he entered the dining hall. About 12,000 American troops remain in Afghanistan. Harold Maass
'Thackeray will have to surrender to 10 Janpath for survival': GVL Narasimha Rao
'Thackeray is seen as untouchable by the Gandhis who do not want to share the stage with him.'
Gynaecologist Questioned By Police After Woman Finds Her Examination On Porn Site
Police in Ukraine have questioned a gynaecologist after a female patient discovered her examination had been uploaded to a porn site.
Russian Woman Suspected of Spying for Ukraine Was Arrested In Sevastopol
The Russian Federal Security Service (FSF) has arrested a Russian citizen in the Crimean city of Sevastopol on suspicion of espionage in favour of the Ukrainian military intelligence, TASS news agency reported. According to the FSF, the arrested, recruited by the Ukrainian secret services, "purposefully collected classified military information under the instruction of the Main Intelligence Directorate of Ukraine’s defense ministry.
Indian retailer Future's shares surge as regulator approves Amazon investment
Shares in Future Retail Ltd surged 13per cent on Friday, after India's antitrust body approved a deal that would give Amazon.com Inc a minority ...
Sebi brings norms for debt ETFs, issuer to have less than 15% index weight
Under the norms to be adopted by all mutual fund houses, the index will have a minimum of eight issuers, rating of the constituents of the index will be investment grade
MP's Brother Stabbed to Death
The MP's brother and nephew were embroiled in a confrontation that turned violent leaving...
Gross Domestic Product growth falls to 4.5% in Q2 of 2019-20
The Gross Domestic Product growth fell to 4.5 per cent in the second quarter of the year 2019-20.
Whitesands decision delay blasted by campaigners
A decision by Scottish ministers into the fate of the flood defence scheme is now expected in the New Year - despite reporters submitting their findings in September.
USD/JPY climbs to fresh six month highs above 109.60
The USD/JPY pair is inching higher ahead of the American session on Friday supported by the broad-based USD strength. As of writing, the pair was trad
Junk mail tips woman off that her home was stolen and sold by scammers | IOL News
The first small clue that the home Rohina Husseini owned for nearly a decade was no longer hers was a piece of junk mail that most of us ignore.
Death of baby boy in North being treated as murder
PSNI issues public appeal to trace movements of BMW car around Keady area
There's a buzz about wax wrap at beekeeper's meeting
The Tiverton Beekeepers had a demonstration by Norma King on how to make Wax Wraps
Fiscal deficit hits 102% of budget estimate till October
India Business News: The country's fiscal deficit hit 102.4% of 2019-20 Budget Estimate (BE) at Rs 7.2 lakh crore at the end of October. The fiscal deficit or the gap betw
More pain for German car industry as Daimler axes 10,000 jobs
The Mercedes-Benz maker said it wanted to save 1.4 billion euros (USD 1.5 billion) in staff costs by the end of 2022 as it joins rivals in investing huge sums in the greener, smarter cars of the future. "The total number worldwide will be in the five-digits," Daimler personnel chief Wilfried Porth said in a conference call about the job cull.
The extension fiasco: Who won, who lost?
Once this issue hits the parliament floor it could reveal the true colours of the opposition parties
India’s Core Sector Output Shrinks 5.8% In October, Lowest In Over A Decade
As many as six of eight core industries saw a contraction in output, indicating the severity of the economic slowdown in India.
US Military Presence at Syria's Oil Fields Escalates Situation in Country - Russian Deputy FM
The day before, Syrian state television reported that US forces mustered dozens of military vehicles near oil fields in the Rumeilan region of Al-Hasakah province in Syria's northeast.
UN Envoy: Syria Constitutional Talks End Without Reaching Consensus on Agenda
A second week-long round of Syrian talks has ended without a meeting of the group of 45 delegates meant to be negotiating on the constitution, United Nations Special Envoy Geir Pedersen said on Friday. The Syrian government and opposition co-chairs w
Hut 8 Purchases 9 Data Centers from Bitfury for $7 Million
Hut 8 Mining Corp on Thursday announced the acquisition of nine Blockbox AC data centers from the BItfury Group, costing $7 million.
1984 anti-Sikh riots: Probe complete, Centre seeks SC nod to disband SIT
The SIT was set up by the apex court on January 11 last year to supervise further investigation into 186 riots cases, in which closure reports were filed earlier
UK PM Johnson says Britain will leave EU by Jan. 31
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Friday said that Britain would leave the EU by Jan. 31 at the latest if his Conservative Party wins a majority...
Why This Top Aerospace Stock Is Poised to Fly Higher
One of the best-performing industrial stocks of the last decade shows no signs of slowing down.
India: Economy grew 4.5% in Q2 vs. 4.7% expected
The data published by the Ministry of Statistics on Friday revealed that the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in India expanded by 4.5% following the %5 g
Enugu state teachers seek 65 years retirement age
The Association of Primary School Head Teachers of Nigeria , Enugu state Wing, has called for the extension of retirement age in the state.
UK Conservatives' lead over Labour narrows to eight points: Panelbase poll
LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s Conservative Party has seen its lead over the opposition Labour Party narrow to eight points from 10 a week ago, according to a poll by Panelbase, the latest of several polls to show a slight tightening of the race.
NHS Tayside starts review of at-risk GP surgeries
Follows abrupt closure of Bridge of Earn practice
Footage Of The 1993 Sonic The Hedgehog Macy's Parade Disaster Finally Surfaces Online
Gotta go... into a lamppost
Block Friday: French activists try to disrupt discount shopping day
PARIS, Nov 29 — Activists staged protests against online retailer Amazon around France today and tried to blockade a shopping mall in Paris, denouncing as rampant consumerism the US Black Friday shopping frenzy that has spread to European shores. French companies have embraced the discount...
Smith nears Grade 1 wins record; 'so much fun getting there'
Horse Racing news: Smith nears Grade 1 wins record; 'so much fun getting there'.
Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker’ actor John Boyega: I left the script under my bed
John Boyega, who plays Stormtrooper turned resistance fighter Finn in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, told US television show Good Morning America that a cleaner had found the script and put it on the eBay auction site.
Farmers battle 'worst autumn in memory' to get seeds planted and crops out of the ground
Crop growing across East Anglia has been severely disrupted by prolonged wet weather - and there are fears the effects will continue to be felt next year.
Maharashtra episode will have bearing on Jharkhand polls, Cong will form govt: Gourav Vallabh
Denouncing BJP's claim of winning "65 seats" in Jharkhand, Vallabh reminded people of BJP's similar claims in Haryana and Maharashtra.
Woman suspected of spying for Ukraine detained in occupied Sevastopol – Russian media
The woman had been "purposefully collecting" military secrets, according to the FSB.
Agbami parties invest N5.8bn on scholarships, education infrastructure
Agbami parties had invested a total of N5.8bn on the Medical and Engineering Scholarships, AMEPs on merit for Medical students .
Clinic opens to solve men's sexual health issues, 100% money back guarantee
A New men’s only clinic that specializes in providing trusted solutions for men suffering from erectile dysfunction, low testosterone, low libido, low reproductive fluid and other male infertility issues has commenced in Lagos.
Man charged with murdering baby boy
Eleven-month-old Hunter McGleenon, from Keady, Co Armagh, died on Tuesday.
West Indies trying to adapt to Indian pitches: Rutherford
Cricket News: Gearing up for next month's T20 series, West Indies all-rounder Sherfane Rutherford on Friday said his team has been trying to adapt to the Indian pit
Chinese astronomers discovered a black hole so big it shouldn't exist according to current science
Chinese scientists have discovered a black hole that’s so big it throws into question previous beliefs about how black holes are formed.
Father charged with child abuse, domestic assault after infant thrown on floor, mother punched
A Memphis father has been charged after a mother said he threw their 1-year-old child on the ground after an argument.
Man held with bullet at Delhi Metro station
Saurabh Kumar, hailing from Mainpuri district of Uttar Pradesh, was apprehended by Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel at the Badarpur metro station on Thursday evening
With typhoon ‘Tisoy’ approaching, Legazpi bishop calls on faithful to pray for Bicol
Amid the possibility of a typhoon hitting the Bicol region, Legazpi Bishop Joel Baylon has called for prayers.
Nubia Z20 now comes in Twilight Blue color in global markets along with $50 discount - Gizmochina
In October, Nubia had launched the Nubia Z20 dual display flagship phone in the global markets. Since launch, it has been only available in Diamond Black color. Starting from the Twilight Blue edition of the phone is up for pre-orders. The shipments of the pre-ordered units of the Nubia Z20 Twilight Blue edition will begin …
UK's Johnson says will keep no-deal Brexit preparations in place
LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Friday he wanted to keep in place preparations the government has made for the possibility of a no-deal Brexit.
India’s economic growth falls to 4.5% in July-September quarter – the slowest in over six years
This is the sixth straight quarter of slower growth. The GDP grew just 5% in the April-June quarter.
Gun sales expected to increase for Black Friday
Guns are expected to be a hot item during the holiday shopping season.
#IraqiSodaChallenge highlights horrific protester injuries
A new hashtag is encouraging Twitter users to share pictures of themselves holding a can of soda to their head, highlighting the horrific injuries sustained by Iraqi protesters.
Odisha Forest Guard Recruitment 2019: Registration Process Begins, Apply Before Dec 29 on Official Website at ossc.gov.in
The window for application will be open till December 29, which is the last date to make the fee payment for the examination.
Vice-president Iliana Iotova Discussed the Fight against the Trampling on Human Rights with the Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights
The talks between Vice-president Iliana Iotova and the Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights Dunja Mijatovic, held at 2 Dondukov street, focused on the loss of human rights people have stood up for decades on end. “I am observing a paradox – the more structures defending human rights are established, the more problems they face.
After taking over as CM, Thackeray stays Metro carshed work in Aarey Colony
Thackeray clarified that he had not stayed the work of the Mumbai metro rail project itself
Soyinka reacts to misleading information over his battle with cancer
NIGERIA'S first Nobel laureate, Wole Soyinka, has come forward to address misleading news circulating in media platforms across the country
SNP candidate axed over anti-Jewish remarks vows to keep fighting for election as backers blast his suspension
AN SNP candidate axed over anti-Jewish web posts has vowed to keep fighting for election as Nats backers blasted his suspension. Neale Hanvey ‘liked’ a series of social media comments branding his …
Mudajaya back in the black after 13 straight quarterly losses
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): After logging 13 consecutive quarters of losses, Mudajaya Group Bhd has returned to the black with a net profit of RM812,000 in its third quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 (3QFY19).This was despite its revenue contracting 25.6% on year to RM110.18 million during the quarter under review from RM148.18 million in 3QFY18, due to the completion of its 49 megawatt (mW) solar photovolatic energy plant at Sungai Siput, Perak in November 2018, and the slow progress
Duterte searches for honest PNP chief
Duterte said he is still having trouble choosing who he will put at the helm of the agency. Its top position was left open after PDGen Oscar Albayalde relinquished his post. Albayalde was accused during a Senate investigation of blocking the dismissal of 13 policemen involved in an irregular drug raid in Pampanga during his stint as provincial police chief in 2013. Albayalde has professed innocence.
‘Tens of thousands’ of children skip school for climate strike protest
The international movement, Fridays For Future, was started by teenage activist Greta Thunberg.
Former AIB boss David Duffy pay rises 84% to £3.4m as head of Virgin Money
CEO’s pay more than eight times his AIB salary – despite losses at UK’s Virgin Money
Ghana-Burkina Faso railway progresses steadily - Deputy Minister
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Government reviews stamp duty charge
Federal Government has reviewed the N50 stamp duty charge on electronic payments in the country following public outcry.
Q2 GDP: Fiscal deficit of 3.9% realistic, says Uday Kotak
The just released GDP data for the second quarter (July-September) shows that the growth has gone down to 4.5 per cent (the lowest in six years) from 5 per cent in the first quarter (April-June)
Iraq PM Adel Abdul Mahdi says he will resign
Iraqi Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi said on Friday he would present his resignation to parliament so lawmakers could choose a new government, according to a statement from his office.Abdul Mahdi'
Imran Khan showing anger after getting embarrassed: Marriyum Aurangzeb
Imran Khan showing anger after getting embarrassed: Marriyum Aurangzeb.
‘Tens of thousands’ of children skip school for climate strike protest
The international movement, Fridays For Future, was started by teenage activist Greta Thunberg.
HCL Foundation invests more than Rs 160 crore in community projects in UP
UP accounts for 2/3rd of the Foundation's activity spend
Man charged with murdering baby boy
Eleven-month-old Hunter McGleenon, from Keady, Co Armagh, died on Tuesday.
Stand by my statement terming Pragya Thakur 'terrorist': Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi also claimed that Thakur believed in violence, the way Nathuram Godse did.
Trade surplus shrinks in October
Exports up 11.9% on a month-on-month basis.
We are in a virtual free-fall, says Congress on GDP growth slip
The Congress on Friday took a swipe at the BJP government over the GDP growth falling to 4.5 per cent, and said this is the lowest GDP recorded in six years.Congress chief spokesperson Randeep Surjewa
Ananya Panday makes some interesting revelations about BFF Suhana Khan
Shah Rukh Khan’s daughter Suhana Khan and Chunky Panday’s daughter Ananya Panday have been pretty close friends since they were children. After making her debut with Student Of The Year 2 earlier this year, Ananya has been occupied with the promotions of her second release Pati Patni Aur Woh.
Asian shares slide on weak Japan data; US markets closed
BEIJING — Shares extended losses in Asia on Friday after Japan and South Korea reported weak manufacturing data that suggest a worsening toll from trade tensions.
GDP growth slumps to 6-year low of 4.5% during July-September
Dragged by dip in consumption and exports
Mihajlovic hopes to convince Ibrahimovic to join Bologna
The Swedish striker left LA Galaxy earlier this month.
Bank of Ghana introduces higher 100 and 200 cedis denomination banknotes
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Lukoil: Solid Q3 Results Ensure High Yields
Lukoil performed better than expected in Q3 2019.I expect Lukoil to generate strong FCF in the medium term.Lukoil is one of the best quality stocks in the Russian stock market.
Daimler to cut ‘thousands’ of jobs by 2022 to fund electric shift
Frankfurt am Main, Germany | AFP | Luxury automaker Daimler on Friday said it was scrapping “thousands” of jobs to help fund the switch to electric vehicles, in the latest layoffs to hit the stuttering German car industry. The Mercedes-Benz maker said it wanted to save 1.4 billion euros ($1.5 billion) in staff costs as …
India's Sep-quarter GDP growth slips to 4.5%, the lowest in over six years
Q2 growth numbers fell, in line with economists' expectations, mainly on account of a weak manufacturing, falling consumer demand and private investment, and a drop in exports due to a global slowdown
Mercedes-Benz Parent Company Daimler To Cut Thousands of Jobs
Daimler says it plans to cut thousands of jobs by the end of 2022, not filling some vacant posts and offering severance packages in Germany.
Whole Foods sent pumpkin pies through an airport baggage carousel for US travelers arriving in London for Thanksgiving
Passengers arriving from the US this week at London’s Heathrow Airport were picking up more than just their luggage in the baggage claim area of Terminal 5.
Bitmain Lawsuit Heats Up, Plaintiffs Fight Motion to Dismiss
United Corp, a Florida-based cryptocurrency company that sued Bitmain in December 2018, contested the mining giant's motion to dismiss the case in a US
Katie Price ‘gets a new puppy’ despite claims bankruptcy could make her ‘homeless by Christmas’
She's kept one of Sparkle's puppies!
CM Uddhav Thackeray puts construction of car shed in Aarey forest on hold
CM Uddhav Thackeray said that while the work on Mumbai metro will continue, car shed construction will be reviewed by the concerned department.
Maldives ex-President Yameen Sentenced to 5 Years Prison Over Money Laundering Charges
Yameen has been accused of receiving US $1 million of government money through a private company as part of a deal to lease a number of tropical islands for hotel development.
Equities Slip While Investors Mark Time
The eurozone reported its preliminary estimate for November CPI rose more than expected.Germany surprised by a decline in November unemployment queues, which slimmed by 16k.The euro is stuck near its
Kingship Tussle: Supreme Court Removes Prominent Oyo Monarch
A first-class monarch in Oyo State, the Eleruwa of Eruwa, Oba Samuel Adegbola, has been removed by the Supreme Court on Friday.
Wild snow leopard's vision restored after world-first cataract surgery
A wild snow leopard found injured and unable to see has had its vision restored after Chinese veterinarians removed a cataract in what they say is a world-first surgical procedure.
Same deal! Bigger bag: BBNaija Tacha reacts to joining Mercy on endorsement deal for hair brand
Nigerians have taken to social media to react after BBNaija star, Tacha, shaded the winner of the show, Mercy. Tacha threw the shade after signing an endorsement deal with the same hair brand as Mercy.
Bauchi: Appeal Court dismisses ex-governor Abubakar’s bid to quash election
The Court of Appeal sitting in Jos, Plateau State, on Friday dismissed the appeal filed by former Bauchi State governor, Mohammed Abubakar,
Thousands Rally In Kabul To Condemn Electoral 'Fraud'
Thousands of supporters of Afghan Chief Executive Abdullah Abdullah have marched in Kabul in a rally the organizers said was aimed at condemning and preventing electoral fraud.
Core sector output shrinks 5.8% in October
As many as six of eight core industries saw a contraction in output in October.
What PSC Said About Controversial Appointment Of Police Commissioners
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has explained that it is not in conflict with the Nigerian Police over policy formulated in line with constitutional provision guiding its appointments.
Vernon Kay denies split from Strictly's Tess Daly
The TV host has kept under the radar for quite some time as Tess spends her weekends fronting Strictly Come Dancing on BBC
Prosecutor asks French court to clear cardinal over sex abuse cover-up
A French prosecutor asked an appeals court on Friday to quash Cardinal Philippe Barbarin's conviction for failing to report sex abuse by a priest, eight months after a verdict that rocked the French Catholic Church.
Appeal Court victory a validation of people’s will — Gov. Lalong
Lalong in a statement on Friday by his Director of Press and Public Affairs, Dr. Simon Macham said that the affirmation of his victory was yet another...
Jack Wills is open again in Newcastle - with a new Eldon Square store
Jack Wills closed its Blackett Street store earlier this year - but has opened in Eldon Square, as has Electronic giants Samsung
EU to be more 'assertive' says new chief Michel
Europe will become more "assertive" on the world stage, the new head of the European Council, Charles Michel, has vowed as he took over from Donald Tusk.
Hungarian police find tunnels used by migrants to cross border
Police said they discovered both tunnels not long after their construction was completed and filled both of them up again.
Most Read articles – Panasonic exit, Intel Connectivity, RISC-V relocation
Time once again to see what are the five most popular articles on ElectronicsWeekly.com that were written in the last week, according to the objective truth of Google Analytics. See what your peers have been reading recently.
Nationwide Christmas tree shortage looming
It may be Thanksgiving, but savvy shoppers are already planning their Christmas tree shopping with a nationwide shortage looming.
What Freddie Ljungberg told Arsenal's players after Unai Emery's sacking
Emery was sacked at the club's training ground.
We commit to uninterrupted power supply - GRIDCo Chairman
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Malta finance minister faces money-laundering probe
Malta's finance minister, Edward Scicluna, is to face a criminal inquiry on his role in the sale of three Maltese hospitals, a local magistrate has ruled. The affair comes after other senior government figures recently resigned over alleged links to the m...
ECB Board nominee Panetta calls for an accommodative monetary policy
Inflation outlook seems to fall short of the European Central Bank's (ECB) Governing Council’s inflation aim of below but close to 2%, noted Fabio Pan
What is the Fixed-term Parliaments Act?
Following three failed attempts by the Government to force an early election using the Fixed-term Parliaments Act, on Oct 29 Parliament voted in support of a Dec 12 general election.
Man charged with murdering baby boy
Eleven-month-old Hunter McGleenon, from Keady, Co Armagh, died on Tuesday.
MG Motor India partners Umicore to recycle upcoming EV's batteries
The partnership will allow end-of-life ZS EV batteries to be recycled, thus ensuring greater peace of mind to MG customers about their ecological footprint
“High unemployment, cause of drug abuse in Ghana"- Psychologist
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'My wallet or my health': Saskatchewan patients call for insulin pump funding
"This sounds weird, but I really don't have a Plan B if it fails," he admitted. "I don't know what I'd do."
PODCAST: Wider attention must be paid to PrEP for HIV/Aids prevention - professor | IOL
Professor Salim S Abdool Karim, the director of the Centre for the AIDS Program of Research in South Africa, speaks to Kuben ...
Wettest monsoon in 25 years could lift 2020 wheat output to a record high
India received monsoon rains during the June-September season that were 10 per cent above average
Cameras reveal how animals change behaviour when people move in
The images revealed shifts in the daily hunting habits of carnivores, such as wolves, cougars and coyotes, when humans disturbed their habitat.
Labour Making 'Pure Bermuda Triangle' Claims That NHS Can be Sold Off to the US, Boris Johnson Says
UK Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn previously revealed a 451-page packet of documents allegedly showing how the Conservatives had tried to "sell" the country's National Health Service (NHS) to US companies.
Father charged with child abuse, domestic assault after infant thrown on floor, mother punched
A Memphis father has been charged after a mother said he threw their 1-year-old child on the ground after an argument.
Economic Crisis: GDP Growth Falls to 4.5% in July to September, Lowest in More Than 6 Years
India was the world’s fastest-growing economy until last year, posting quarterly growth rates of as high of 9.4% in 2016.
India's fiscal deficit touches Rs 7 trillion, surpasses annual target in seven months
India’s fiscal deficit in the first seven months through October stood at Rs 7.2 trillion, or 102.4 per cent of the budgeted target for the current fiscal year, government data showed on Friday.
Black Friday sparks worldwide backlash from politicians, activists
PARIS — People don’t celebrate Thanksgiving in France, or Russia, or South Africa – but they do shop on Black Friday. The U.S. sales phenomenon has spread to retailers across the world in
Bala Box Office: The Film Surpasses Kartik Aaryan’s Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety In 3 Weeks
Bala Box Office: Ayushmann Khurrana, Bhumi Pednekar & Yami Gautam starrer comedy drama remained steady in 3rd week. The film earned 11.08 crores compared to 26.56 crores second week which means a
More pain for German car industry as Daimler axes 10,000 jobs
Luxury automaker Daimler said Friday it would scrap at least 10,000 jobs worldwide, the latest in a wave of layoffs to hit the stuttering German car industry as it battles with a costly switch to electric.
Rupee slips 12 paise to 71.74 against US dollar ahead of GDP data
On a weekly basis, the domestic unit has lost 3 paise.
Daily Mail owner buys i as UK regional market consolidates
DMGT to pay £50m for national daily that belongs to indebted JPI Media
Slow and steady hope for near-extinct Bangladesh tortoises
Newly-hatched tortoises take their first steps at a Bangladesh conservation park, their feet barely visible under hard shells that carry the weight of the species on their backs.
Swiss firm Zurich airport to develop Jewar airport, outbids DIAL, Adani
Jewar Airport or the Noida International Greenfield Airport will come up in the 5,000-hectare area when fully constructed and is estimated to cost Rs 29,560 crores, Nodal Officer for the Project.
SC notice to IPS officer Kumar challenging his bail
Supreme court issued a notice to IPS officer Rajeev Kumar on CBI's appeal challenging the anticipatory bail.
AC/DC UK get ready to rock Torquay
AC/DC UK will be playing the gig from 7:00 pm on Friday, December 6 at The Foundry
MLAs of Opposition Congress in Assam staged protest at Assembly wearing garlands of onions
the MLAs of the Opposition Congress in Assam turned up at the Assembly wearing garlands of onions on the second day of Winter Assembly Session
ECB Board nominee Schnabel: September stimulus can be justified by current inflation data
The European Central Bank's (ECB) September stimulus could be justified by current inflation data as well as the outlook for inflation over the medium
The Floating Voter: 'I was told I'd be shot by the big boys over sulky racing regulation proposal' - Mattie McGrath
INDEPENDENT TD Mattie McGrath has revealed he received a death threat after he proposed legislation which would regulate sulky racing.
NDLEA arraigns man for allegedly peddling 967.9kg marijuana
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) on Friday in Lagos arraigned one Adeyemi Usman, who allegedly trafficked in 967.9kg of cannabis sativa (marijuana).
Uddhav Thackeray announces stay on Aarey metro car shed construction
Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray announced stay on construction of metro car shed project in Mumbai's green lung Aarey Colony. He, however, clarified that he had not stayed the work of the Mumbai metro rail project itself.
Hungarian police find tunnels used by migrants to cross border
Police said they discovered both tunnels not long after their construction was completed and filled both of them up again.
U.N. Summit to Hear Call for Rich Nations to Pay 'Climate' Reparations
Officials at the United Nations COP25 climate change conference in Madrid next week will consider new taxes on developed countries.
Manila bishop asks public to rally behind Filipino athletes seeing action in SEAG
A Catholic prelate has asked the public to support the Filipino athletes competing in the 30th Southeast Asian Games.
RAT Bought by 14,500 People Taken Down in International Operation
The UK's National Crime Agency says it has taken down a hacking tool called IM RAT, which was bought by cybercriminals in 124 countries
Creche operators given more time to submit fire safety assessments
A decision to defer a deadline for creches to submit a fire safety assessment has been welcomed, ...
The Year of Return of Military Parades and its Six Dimensions on International Affairs
The year 2019 witnessed impressive military parades of the US and other regional powers. US President Donald Trump had floated the idea of having a parade in the USA in 2018 (10 November) to honour the veterans. He had been impressed by the July 2017 Bastille Day Military Parade in Paris which he witnessed during […]
Shafie leverages on Sabah’s geographic location to lure Japanese investors
KOTA KINABALU, Nov 29 — Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Mohd Shafie Apdal began the first leg of his trade mission in Japan today addressing 200 investors and businessmen from 140 companies in Kobe, Japan by spelling out investment opportunities available in Sabah. He delivered the keynote...
PM scrambles to spur growth; India braces for GDP shock
By Vrishti Beniwal The bad news is getting worse for India’s economy and Prime Minister Narendra Modi is exhausting all options to stem the fallout. Data on Friday will likely show the economy had
Orchard Towers murder: Natalie Siow disputes 1 charge and claims trial
Orchard Towers murder: Natalie Siow disputes 1 charge and claims trial
Takealot takes flak over Black Friday deals
Consumers take to social media to slam local online retailer over its “insignificant” discounts.
GDP growth slips to 4.5% in September quarter, slowest expansion in 26 quarters
The slump was mainly on account of a weak manufacturing and a drop in exports.
Sanyeri Lauds Baba Suwe’s Contribution Towards Growth Of Comic Actors
Yoruba actor, Sanyeri has commended his senior colleague, Baba Suwe for his immense contribution in paving ways for comic acts in the industry.
South Africa court rejects Zuma appeal to prevent corruption trial
A South African court on Friday rejected an appeal by former President Jacob Zuma that sought to prevent his prosecution on corruption charges over a 2 billion dollars arms deal.
RBI files insolvency application against debt-laden DHFL
DHFL is one of the biggest defaulters in the country that owes over Rs 1 lakh crore (over $14 billion) to its debtors
GDP growth plunges to 4.5%, lowest since 2012
Official says fundamentals are strong, numbers will pick up.
Another Jolt To RCEP? Japan Not To Sign The Multi-Nation Regional Trade Deal If India Doesn’t Join
“All we are thinking of is negotiations including India,” the Japanese Trade Minister added.
No provision for financial aid to family of farmers who commit suicide
Agriculture credit targets have also been enhanced from Rs 9 trillion in 2016-17 to Rs 13.5 trillion in 2019-20
Britain will leave EU by Jan. 31, says UK PM Johnson
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Friday said that Britain would leave the EU by January 31 at the latest if his Conservative Party wins a majority in the election in two weeks time. “If w...
Euro area flash inflation: Higher core, temporarily – Nordea
Analysts at Nordea Markets see a stronger than expected rise in the Eurozone inflation in November as a temporary surge until year-end and continue to
Boris Johnson urges Brexit backers to vote Tory or risk staying in EU
He vowed to bring his EU Withdrawal Agreement back before Parliament before Christmas if he wins a majority on December 12.
Police appeal after thieves steal a number of Apple products from Currys PC World
A number of Apple electrical products were stolen.
Police: Mother shoots adult daughter on Thanksgiving
Police say violence erupted on Thanksgiving Day in a North Carolina apartment when a mother shot and killed her daughter.
When is the Canadian GDP report and how could it affect USD/CAD?
Friday's economic docket highlights the release of monthly Canadian GDP growth figures for October, scheduled to be published at 13:30 GMT. Statistics
Here’s Where to Spend Crypto Online This Black Friday
As Black Friday 2019 gets underway, what are your options for getting the best bang for your Bitcoin?
Mihajlovic hopes to convince Ibrahimovic to join Bologna
The Swedish striker left LA Galaxy earlier this month.
Core sector output shrinks 5.8 per cent in October
The only sector that posted growth in October was fertilizers where production increased by 11.8 per cent year-on-year.
Trump Makes Surprise Visit To Afghanistan, Meets Country’s President
U.S. President Donald Trump paid a surprise visit to Afghanistan on Thursday evening, meeting with his Afghan counterpart Mohammad Ashraf Ghani and spending Thanksgiving with U.S. troops stationed in the country, Concise News reports.
Box Office: ‘Commando 3’ gets off to a poor start
This weekend’s release ‘Commando 3’ has got off to a poor start, with business of around 10% in morning trading in India. According to Box Office India, the film’s opening is said to be on par with ‘Marjaavaan’, which released earlier this month. However, the latter had good music and a popular star cast to […]
Dell Cuts Full Year Forecast Due to Intel Supply Challenges
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Present Equity Valuations Suggest Negative Returns For Next Decade
In terms of Buffett's self-proclaimed favourite value indicator, as shown below, the S&P 500 is now priced at 144% of US GDP, far above the 2007 top, and near the short-lived highest-ever valuations i
India's GDP Growth Drops To 4.5%, Lowest In 26 Quarters
The data comes two days after Nirmala Sitharam on Wednesday quelled fears about the Indian economy going into recession.
We are in a virtual free-fall: Congress attacks BJP on GDP growth slip
But why is the BJP celebrating? Because their understanding of GDP (Godse Divisive Politics) suggests double digit growth levels. All in the perspective," Randeep Surjewala said
South Africa court rejects Zuma appeal to prevent corruption trial
JOHNANNESBURG (Reuters) - A South African court on Friday rejected an appeal by former president Jacob Zuma that sought to prevent his prosecution on corruption charges over a $2 billion arms deal.
Eurozone unemployment's falls to lowest rate since July 2008
LONDON (AP) - Unemployment across the 19-country eurozone has fallen to its lowest rate since July 2008 even though growth is cooling in the face of headwinds like the U.S.-China trade war and uncertainty related to Britain's departure from the European Union.
In Delta, opposition parties, ruling PDP not enemies, says Otuaro, dep gov
Deputy Governor of Delta State, Deacon Kingsley Otuaro, has said that opposition political parties in the state were not foes to the ruling PDP
EM stocks fall on trade deal doubts; Lira firms on central bank comments
BENGALURU (Nov 29): Emerging markets stocks fell on Friday on worries that a new US law backing Hong Kong protesters could hinder progress in resolving the Sino-US trade war, while comments from the Turkish central bank breathed new life into the lira.MSCI's stock index for emerging markets fell nearly 1%, extending losses to the second straight session after US President Donald Trump signed into law on Wednesday legislation that supported the protesters, a move that China said it would
PICS:Black Friday Settings in Zim…..Customers flood Edgars since 3am
Black Friday Settings in Zim.....Customers flood Edgars since 3am
Railways saw least number of accidents in last two and half years: Goyal
"The last 2.5 years have been the safest in the history of Indian Railways. There have been least number of accidents in the last 2.5 years", the minister said
Rupee slips 11 paise to 71.73 against USD ahead of GDP
India's economy grew at 5 per cent in the first quarter of 2019-20 -- the slowest pace in over six years.
QL Resources 2Q net profit up 15%
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Poultry farmer QL Resources Bhd saw its net profit rise 15.1% to RM69.68 million in its second financial quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 (2QFY20) from RM60.52 million a year ago, mainly due to higher sales from its marine product manufacturing (MPM) segment.This resulted in a higher earnings per share of 4.29 sen for 2QFY20 compared with 3.73 sen for 2QFY19.Revenue for the quarter rose 16.6% to RM1.07 billion from RM920.26 million a year ago.In a
UCF sorority suspended amid hazing accusations
The University of Central Florida has suspended a sorority amid complaints that members forced others to drink and take drugs until they blacked out during hazing.
Donald Trump’s Claim That Liberals Want To Change Name Of Thanksgiving Met With Skepticism On ‘Fox & Friends’
Donald Trump is claiming that liberals want to change the name of Thanksgiving, but even the hosts of his favorite Fox News show don’t seem to be buying it. Trump had said during a ...
Bonanza Creek Energy: Strong Operational Performance Adds To Its Value
Bonanza Creek has delivered at the high end of production expectations while spending towards the lower end of its original capex budget.Production growth may be lower in 2020 as it attempts to minimi
No women need apply (still) to Friendly Sons of St. Patrick of NY
Members of the Society of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick of New York, an all-male organization since its founding in 1783, voted to allow females to join its ranks, but an objection to the how the vote was carried out has necessitated a do-over which will take place at the next society meeting in January.
Johnson: Disparaging remarks about single mothers made 25 years ago
The PM said the quotes were stripped of context and formed part of a smear campaign by Labour.
Chinese investments in Malaysia halve, US inflow soars, new govt data reveals
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 — Chinese investments into Malaysia halved to US$1.7 billion in the first nine months of the year from a year ago, though US investments soared seven times to US$5.9 billion — reflecting a diversion of funds due to the Beijing-Washington trade clashes. Data provided by the...
HSBC and Santander customers set for refund
The competition watchdog says the banks failed to send text alerts to customers about to go into the red.
Huawei tipped for fresh US legal fight
Huawei began preparations for a legal challenge against a US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) decision ...
Johnny Jones: Why the number of US troops in Afghanistan doesn't matter
The number of U.S. troops stationed in Afghanistan doesn't matter as much as how they are employed to keep the peace, retired U.S. Marine Bomb Technician and Fox News contributor Johnny Jones said Friday.
Swedish economy ups pace in Q3, supports Riksbank hike plans
STOCKHOLM — Sweden’s economy accelerated slightly in the third quarter from a tough start to the year, data showed on Friday, providing some support for the central bank’s plan to increase the benchmark rate at its meeting in December.
Brace for a warmer winter in India this year, says IMD
M Rajeevan, secretary, Ministry of Earth Science (MoES) had said last week that 2019 is set to become the second-most warmest recorded calendar year ever.
TSRTC workers resume work; CM Rao to hold meet with staff on December 1
The Chief Minister will discuss threadbare all the issues related to the RTC
Fears for Oldbury site as Npower restructuring could cost thousands of jobs
Energy giant Npower has announced plans to restructure its UK business, leading to the loss of up to 4,500 jobs and the closure of a number of call centres.
Melissa Benoist supported by stars after sharing domestic abuse story
She said she was a survivor of domestic violence.
Gotabaya Rajapaksa's visit has potential to boost bilateral trade, investments with Sri Lanka: Assocham
"We can significantly increase our bilateral trade from the present level of about USD 7 billion. Besides, mutual investment can also flourish in a number of areas, including ports, airports, highways, metro rails, telecommunication, petroleum products and hydel power," Assocham President B K Goenka said.
Health crisis moves from tragedy to farce
GOVERNMENT has failed to solve its impasse with medical doctors, who have withdrawn services from the country's major hospitals for 89 days today. While the cou...
Johnson: Disparaging remarks about single mothers made 25 years ago
The PM said the quotes were stripped of context and formed part of a smear campaign by Labour.
Rs 2,000 notes not much in use, can be taken out of circulation: S C Garg
Rs 2000 notes were circulated by RBI in November 2016 after demonetisation of Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 notes
Rail services suspended between Sandymount and Lansdowne after vehicle damages barriers
The incident happened on Serpentine Avenue.
BREAKING News: Bank of Ghana introduces new Ghc100, Ghc200 cedi notes
The Bank of Ghana has announced the introduction of new bank notes to join the list of Cedi denominations in circulation, MyNewsGh.com has confirmed. This was confirmed at a presser currently being addressed by the Governor of the Central bank, Dr Ernest Addison. Further details to be made available soon.
Playing a Broken Record: UK Defence Minister Calls Russia a ‘Threat’
French President Emmanuel Macron earlier argued that NATO was experiencing “brain death”, provoking a wave of comments from world leaders who found his remarks about the alliance’s condition less than stellar, with German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas stating that the bloc was very much “alive”.
Business Cycle Data And Investor Sentiment Supportive Of Higher Equity Prices
One factor impacting investor sentiment at the moment may be the fact the equity market has generated strong returns to date in 2019.With the strong equity market returns in 2019, investors seem to be
K-pop singer sentenced to six years in jail for rape, sharing secret sex videos
SEOUL (Reuters) - A South Korean court sentenced a K-pop musician to six years in prison on Friday for raping a woman and distributing a video capturing the act in a case that drew attention to the darker side of the country’s lucrative entertainment industry.
'Don't mix it with middle-lower ones': Jokowi says Labuan Bajo is 'super premium'
Jokowi has ordered the Tourism Ministry to apply a visitor quota to Labuan Bajo, a tourist destination that is also the gate to Komodo Island.
NAF destroys terrorists’ gun trucks in Borno
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) said on Friday its Air Task Force (ATF) of Operation LAFIYA DOLE has destroyed two Boko Haram terrorists’ gun trucks
Man Convicted of Having Sex on Mattress Which Concealed Roommate’s Dead Body
An Oregon man was found guilty Tuesday for hiding his roommate’s body under a mattress instead of reporting her dead. He was acquitted on a charge of identity theft. Clayton Lamont Howard, 56, is scheduled to be sentenced on December 3 for two counts of abusing a corpse, according to The Oregonian. He had sex on that mattress with another woman a number of times, authorities said.
M65 reopens 4 hours behind schedule after overnight roadworks are delayed by cold weather
The M65 has reopened after an overnight closure overran by four hours this morning (November 29).
Top headlines: Q2 GDP growth slips to 4.5%, CEA defends tax cut & more
From Mukesh Ambani becoming ninth richest on Forbes' billionaires list to PM Modi announcing $50 million assistance to Sri Lanka, Business Standard brings you the top news of the day
UK PM Johnson says UK will leave EU by Jan 31 at the latest
LONDON (Nov 29): British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Friday that Britain would leave the European Union by Jan 31 at the latest if his Conservative Party win a majority in the election in two weeks time."If we can get a working majority then we will come on Jan 31 at the absolute latest," Johnson told LBC radio.He also repeated his message that he saw no reason why Britain would need to extend the transition period after Brexit
Report: Germany to Completely Outlaw Hezbollah Next Week
The German government intends to completely ban all Hezbollah activities in the country, including the flying of its flag.
'Ghost Stories for Christmas' in Dundalk
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Bank of Ghana releases specimen of the new GHC100, GHC200 and GHC2 coin
The Central Bank of Ghana has released specimen of new GHC100, GHC200 Cedi notes and GHC2 coin that is expected to hit the market soon. Governor of the Central Bank, Dr. Ernest Addison at a press conference in Accra on Friday, November 29, 2019, said the new cedi notes will help shore up the value […]
Rail operator vows extra compensation for disrupted passengers
West Midlands Trains said timetable changes in May led to disruption on its London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway services.
Trials on to convert diesel engines into electric: Piyush Goyal
Railways Minister Piyush Goyal addressed Rajya Sabha, saying India will be the first country to have an entirely electrified rail network. The government aims at converting diesel engines into electric ones, in its commitment towards environment protection. However, he said it is too early to ascertain the exact cost of the project at this stage.
OZ Minerals to begin construction of Pedra Branca mine in Brazil
OZ Minerals has started construction of its Pedra Branca underground copper-gold mine in the southern part of the Carajás in the Pará state of Brazil.
Japan Loses Former Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone
Former Japanese Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone has died at the age of 101, Concise News understands, according to NHK television.
French army helicopters that crashed in Mali were not under IS fire: general
PARIS (Reuters) - The French army said on Friday that two of its helicopters that crashed in Mali this week had not been under fire from Islamic State jihadists, contradicting a statement from the militants.
Eurozone inflation firms but still below central bank goal
BRUSSELS — Official figures show that inflation across the 19-country eurozone rose in November but remains way below the level that the European Central Bank and its new president, Christine Lagarde, would like it to be.
Malta government rejects immunity bid by businessman in journalist murder
Malta govt turned down a request from one of the island’s richest men for a pardon in return for cooperation in the investigation into a journalist’s murder
Last 2.5 years have been the safest in Railways’ history, says Piyush Goyal
The entire rail network will be electrified in India which is the only country in the globe that is experimenting to convert diesel engines into electric, he said.
Bengaluru flat case: Enforcement Directorate attaches land worth ₹7-crore in Tamil Nadu
Agricultural land worth about ₹7 crore in Tamil Nadu’s Nilgiris district was attached by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a money-laundering probe linked to an alleged flat buyer’s cheat
‘We don’t ban the rich from public schools, firefighters, or libraries’ — AOC slams Pete Buttigieg after he criticizes tuition-free public college as too radical
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez slammed Pete Buttigieg after he criticized calls for tuition-free public college as too radical.
Oil mixed amid slow holiday trade before Opec+ meeting
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) futures were up 4 cents, or 0.1 per cent, at $58.15 a barrel.
Troops neutralise 13 Boko Haram, ISWAP terrorists in Borno -Army
The combined troops of Sector 3 Operation LAFIYA DOLE and Sector 2 Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) of Chadian forces have killed 13 t
UK PM's 1999 views on Nigerian obsession with money pops up
The man who has vowed to deliver Brexit has been accused of making “racist and offensive” comments by implying Nigerians are obsessed with money. His controversial views date 20 years ago when he
Ex-Kigumo MP Dies Leaving Hefty Hospital Bill, Legislators Asked To Help Offset Sh5 Million Bill
Former Kigumo Member of Parliament Onesmus Kihara Mwangi has passed on at the Nairobi West Hospital after a long term battle with diabetes.The former legislator served as MP between 1997 to 2007 a
Porbandar: Indian Navy commissions sixth Dornier aircraft squadron
This will give a fillip to coastal security near the sea border with Pakistan
Eurozone unemployment's falls to lowest rate since July 2008
LONDON (AP) - Unemployment across the 19-country eurozone has fallen to its lowest rate since July 2008 even though growth is cooling in the face of headwinds like the U.S.-China trade war and uncertainty related to Britain's departure from the European Union.
Ringgit ends slightly lower against US dollar
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 — The ringgit ended slightly lower against the US dollar today in line the decline in global crude oil prices which affected the local note’s valuation, said a dealer. At 6pm, the ringgit settled at 4.1750/1780 against the greenback compared with yesterday’s close of...
Stocks slip on trade worries as record high stays elusive
LONDON (Nov 29): World shares slipped on Friday as a leading index strained for a record high, with nerves gnawing away from Asia to Europe over how, or when, the US and China can agree a truce in their damaging trade war.The MSCI All Country world index, which tracks shares in 49 countries, fell 0.2% to 548.48 points, short of a record 550.63 scaled in January 2018 before the tensions over trade between Washington and Beijing broke out.European shares
Don’t buy the hype about a looming bacon shortage
Some reports have indicated that there could be a bacon shortage in 2020, but one economist isn't convinced you need to freak out about your breakfast fave.
Huawei will appeal exclusion from US network rollout
US operators will be required to strip out Huawei kit as part of $8.5 programme.
Euro-Area Inflation Quickens, But Remains Far Below ECB's Goal
(Bloomberg) — Explore what’s moving the global economy in the new season of the Stephanomics podcast.
Black Friday frenzy goes global - and not everyone’s happy
PARIS — People don’t celebrate Thanksgiving in France, or Denmark, or South Africa – but they do shop on Black Friday. The U.S. sales phenomenon has spread to retailers across the world in recent years with such force that it’s prompting a backlash from some activists, politicians and even consumers. Workers at Amazon in Germany …
Mass consumerism is destroying our planet. This Black Friday, let’s take a stand
With climate catastrophe on the horizon, we should reject this orgy of consumption, says professor of marketing Alan Bradshaw
Rail operator vows extra compensation for disrupted passengers
West Midlands Trains said timetable changes in May led to disruption on its London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway services.
Jony Ive has disappeared from Apple’s leadership page 5 months after announcing he was leaving
The legendary hardware designer Jony Ive no longer features on the leadership page of Apple’s website.
IRS Not Infringing Privacy Requesting Crypto Exchange Data: US Judge
A California federal court has affirmed the legitimacy of the U.S. tax authorities’ summons for data from crypto exchange Bitstamp in connection with an individual tax reporting case.
Liquidity pressures faced by NBFCs, HFCs, to continue: Fitch Ratings
Increasing competition to offset lower growth may weigh on profitability and test risk appetite
AfDB approves $210m to boost electricity transmission in Nigeria
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved $210 million to boost electricity transmission in Nigeria. In a statement on Thursday, Ndidi Mbah, general manager of public affairs at the Transmission
Ex-MP hopes payout over Carl Beech case will deter police from ‘assuming guilt’
Officers raided Harvey Proctor’s home on the basis of claims made by fantasist Beech.
Relic of Jesus’ crib returns to Holy Land after over 1,000 years
After spending more than 1,000 years in Rome, a wooden fragment worshipped by Catholics as part of the crib in which Jesus was born will be welcomed back to the Holy Land on Friday. The fragment...
Menang Corp posts loss in 1Q due to land clearing and earthworks expenses, corporate exercises
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Menang Corp (M) Bhd posted a net loss of RM503,000 in the first quarter ended Sept 30, 2019, compared with a net profit of RM967,000 in the corresponding quarter last year.In a bourse filing, the group attributed the loss to expenses stemming from land clearing, earthworks and provisions for the costs of proposed corporate exercises.It reported a loss per share of 0.1 sen compared with earnings per share of 0.2 sen last year.Quarterly revenue declined
Why 8th NASS rejected Buhari’s $30 billion loan request – Shehu Sani
Former chairman, Senate committee on local and foreign debt in the senate, Senator Shehu Sani has explained why the request by Nigeria President Muhammadu Buhari to borrow $30 billion was turned down by the 8th Senate.
Rajapaksa's visit can boost trade, investments with Sri Lanka: Assocham
Rajapaksa arrived here on Thursday on a three-day visit, his first overseas tour after taking over the reins of Sri Lanka 10 days back, a reflection of importance he attaches to ties with India
Expo 2020 Dubai calls itself 'the world's greatest show': So what can you expect?
There's less than 12 months to go before the 2020 World Expo in Dubai opens its doors.
Brazil’s president criticizes DiCaprio over Amazon fires
RIO DE JANEIRO — Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro on Friday said actor Leonardo DiCaprio had funded non-profit groups that he claimed are partly responsible for widespread fires in the Amazon . . .
Anambra acquires land for honey production, export — ADP Manager
Anambra Government has procured over five hectares of farmland at Igbariam in Anambra East LGA for Bee Plantation and Mass Production of honey for export
Troops neutralise 13 Boko Haram, ISWAP terrorists in Borno
The combined troops of Sector 3 Operation LAFIYA DOLE and Sector 2 Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) of Chadian forces have killed 13 terrorists...
Dip in rail accidents in last two years: Piyush Goyal
Assuring members that Railways have taken steps to ensure safety and improve infrastructure, he said, "The last 2.5 years have been the safest in the history of Indian Railways. There have been least number of accidents in the last 2.5 years."
Eurozone inflation firms but still below central bank goal
Official figures show that inflation across the 19-country eurozone rose in November but remains way below the level that the European Central Bank and its new president, Christine Lagarde, would like it to be.
Boustead posts loss in 3Q on impairments in heavy industries and property divisions
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Diversified group Boustead Holdings Bhd recorded a net loss of RM155 million for the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2019, versus a net profit of RM7.3 million a year ago.The loss, the group said in a bourse filing, was due to impairments in the heavy industries and property divisions, totalling RM161.3 million, as well as weaker results in other divisions.The group reported a loss per share of 7.65 sen against earnings per share of 0.36
Divorce rates fall to lowest since 1971
But the number of same sex couples splitting up has risen by more than a quarter, figures show.
UK PM Johnson implores Trump: please avoid the election
LONDON (Reuters) - Prime Minister Boris Johnson said it was best if U.S. President Donald Trump did not get involved in Britain’s upcoming election when he visits London for a NATO summit next week.
Actor Kim Woo Bin to donate all proceeds from fan meeting to childhood cancer patients
Actor Kim Woo Bin will be donating all the proceeds from his upcoming fan meeting 'Thank You' to childhood cancer patients…
Amazon workers stage strike on Black Friday
BERLIN (AP) - Workers at Amazon distribution centers in Germany have gone on strike for better pay on Black Friday, one of the busiest days of the year for the online retailer.
My accusers lacked facts – Freddie Blay on corruption charge
Mr. Blay in his quest for the chairmanship position of the NPP promised to deliver 275 buses to each constituency office of the NPP to aid party officials in the discharge of their duties. The promise, which was attributed to his victory, generated a lot of controversies with many questioning his source of income. The NPP chairman has been dragged to court over the issue. Reacting on the charges on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen monitored by MyNewsGh.com, an emotional Mr. Blay said he had not been given a fair hearing. “It’s a pity this country we don’t investigate to get the facts. We condemn people before getting the facts. They accuse me of corruption without knowing the facts,” he said.
Daimler to ax at least 10,000 jobs in latest car industry cuts
Daimler said on Friday it will cut at least 10,000 jobs worldwide over the next three years, following others in the industry as they cut costs to invest in electric vehicles while grappling with weakening sales. It marks the third announcement on cost cuts this week by a major German car company as
Peter McVerry Trust must show 'due diligence' regarding planning of state's largest homeless hostel - junior housing minister
JUNIOR housing minister John Paul Phelan has said that the Peter McVerry Trust must show due diligence regarding the planning of the State’s largest homeless hostel in Dublin.
Dark times: Eskom Has A R50 Billion Shortfall
JOHANNESBURG – Eskom on Thursday said it needed to come up with a way to address the R50 billion shortfall it had accumulated this past financial year. The power utility projected that it would lose R20 billion by the end of the year. Its operating costs are over R30 billion. Eskom’s CFO Calib Cassim said […]
Tusla defers deadline for crèches to submit fire risk assessments
Some childcare providers were finding it “particularly challenging” to carry out fire risk assessments.
Chinese investments in Malaysia halve, U.S inflow soars
Chinese investments into Malaysia halved to $1.7 billion in the first nine months of the year from a year ago, though U.S. investments soared seven times to $5.9 billion - reflecting a diversion of funds due to the Beijing-Washington trade clashes. Data provided by the Malaysian Investment Development
Sea lion rescued in Powell River likely suffered for weeks after being hit by crossbow: vet
An emaciated California sea lion shot with a crossbow was likely suffering for weeks before being rescued near Powell River, says the head veterinarian at the Vancouver Aquarium Marine Mammal Rescue . . .
Bengal sees big crowds for Aadhaar updations
To manage the crowds, UIDAI has decided to introduce online appointments in about 45 post offices across State
French operators ramp up FTTP roll-out with 1.2 mln premises passed in Q3
French FTTP networks covered another 1.2 million homes and businesses in the three months to September, a new high after the record 1.1 million premises passed in the previous quarter. Overall, 16.7 million premises had access to FTTP services, up 34 percent year-on-year, said regulator Arcep in its latest fixed broadband report.
Iran Arrests Eight as it Blames CIA Conspiracy for Recent Riots
Iran security forces made eight arrests Thursday of people it accuses of having direct links to the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency.
France to summon Turkish envoy over Erdogan’s ‘insults’
ATHENS: The UN refugee agency said Thursday it was encouraging migrants to leave a severely overcrowded Tripoli center, but rejected as “offensive” a British daily report alleging it was “starving” asylum-seekers to force them out. “I find that accusation offensive,” UNHCR chief Filippo Grandi told reporters in Athens. “I don’t know where you read that report. Us, starving
IOB elevates Bhuwan Chandra as CFO
Public sector Indian Overseas Bank has announced the elevation of Bhuwan Chandra as its Chief Financial Officer with effect from December 1. Chandra succeeds Radha Venkatakrishnan who is superannuatin
'Black Widow' to release in India a day before the US; find out release date
This new phase of Marvel has been said to be the biggest of all in history.
Jacob Zuma's leave to appeal application dismissed with costs
Former president Jacob Zuma launched an appeal after the KwaZulu-Natal High Court in Pietermaritzburg earlier dismissed his stay of prosecution bid.
Harvey Weinstein loses bid to dismiss sexual assault charges
In refusing to dismiss the predatory sexual assault charges, Justice James Burke of the State Supreme Court rejected Harvey Weinstein’s claim that an alleged rape from the winter of 1993-94 occurred too long ago to serve as an “aggravating” and “underlying” crime, as required by state law.
Continental Reinsurance Plc suspended from trading shares on NSE
Trading in the shares of Continental Reinsurance Plc has been suspended effective Thursday, 28 November 2019.
Jony Ive has disappeared from Apple's leadership page 5 months after announcing he was leaving
Legendary hardware designer Jony Ive no longer features on the leadership page of Apple’s website.
SCHOTT Glass to double capacity at Jambusar plant in Gujarat
Commits to infuse Euro 26 million by next year
Hong Kong police end 12-day siege of university campus to arrest protesters
Police removed a stash of nearly 4,000 gasoline bombs left behind by protesters, who fought pitched battles about two weeks ago with riot officers on surrounding streets
Zimbabwe facing 'man-made' starvation, UN expert warns
Zimbabwe is facing "man-made" starvation with 60 percent of the people failing to meet basic food needs, a UN special envoy said Thursday after ...
NSE commodities segment gets CBDT recognition, traders to get tax benefit
The approval will benefit traders in relation to trading in commodity derivatives segment of the NSE as the derivative income will be treated as business income
2 K-pop stars get prison terms for sexual crimes
The Seoul Central District Court said singer-songwriter Jung Joon-young received a six-year prison term and former boy band member Choi Jong-hoon a five-year term. The court said in a statement that they were convicted of committing “special quasi-raping".
Johnson: Disparaging remarks about single mothers made 25 years ago
The PM said the quotes were stripped of context and formed part of a smear campaign by Labour.
Divorce rates fall to lowest since 1971
But the number of same sex couples splitting up has risen by more than a quarter, figures show.
Ola restructuring biz over IPO to cost 250 jobs: Report
The spokesperson added that the restructuring is aimed at becoming "more nimble and have a sharper focus on growth and profitability".
GDP growth slows down to 4.5% in Q2, hits more than 6-year low
India's Q2 GDP Growth 2019: DEA Secretary Atanu Chakraborty and CEA KV Subramnaian said that the fundamentals of India economy remain strong and the GDP growth rate is expected to bounce back in the third quarter of this fiscal
Expo 2020 Dubai calls itself 'the world's greatest show': So what can you expect?
There's less than 12 months to go before the 2020 World Expo in Dubai opens its doors.
Malta’s PM refuses to quit amid scandal over journalist’s murder
Joseph Muscat accused of protecting allies in investigation into killing of Daphne Caruana Galizia
South Africa's Zuma loses bid to appeal against corruption trial
A court in South Africa on Friday dismissed former President Jacob Zuma's attempts to appeal against his corruption trial related to a 1990s arms deal.
India Cuts Purchase of P-8 Spy Planes From US in Half
New Delhi (Sputnik): The Indian Navy had originally asked for 10 P-8I aircraft in a bid to deploy more spy planes to crucial points in the Indian Ocean region under “Mission Based Deployment”. However, the Defence Ministry has now decided to cut the request in half due to budget constraints.
Doug Ford to meet with Quebec Premier Francois Legault in Montreal
Ontario Premier Doug Ford will be meeting with his Quebec counterpart tonight, days before all provincial leaders get together in Toronto.
Jony Ive has disappeared from Apple's leadership page 5 months after announcing he was leaving, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The London-born Ive played a major role in the design of several iconic Apple products, including the iPhone, the iPod, and the iPad.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Satoshi Nakaboto: ‘Bakkt Bitcoin future trades hit daily record of $42.5M’
Our robot colleague Satoshi Nakaboto writes about Bitcoin BTC every fucking day.
Company Asks Female Employees To Wear ‘Period Badges’ To End Stigma
A company in Japan is asking its female employees to wear a badge to signal when they’re on their period to beat the existing stigma
The New Popemobile Is A Dacia Duster Cheap SUV
Dacia has donated a purpose-built Duster to the Pope equipped with a removable glass superstructure and with a ground clearance 30mm lower than normal.
UK PM Johnson on Trump: Best for neither side to get involved in each others election campaign
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said that they have very close relations with US President Trump but added that traditionally they don't get invo
Bennett: Force Iran to give up on Syria
Defense Minister says Israel has unique opportunity to force Iran out of Syria while Tehran is under pressure at home with economic woes.
With the Seahawks playing Monday night, here are three things to watch around the NFL this weekend
Expect the TV guys to talk about Earl Thomas' guarantee a few hundred times or so when the Ravens host the 49ers.
Ex-MP hopes payout over Carl Beech case will deter police from ‘assuming guilt’
Officers raided Harvey Proctor’s home on the basis of claims made by fantasist Beech.
Reach share price jumps as Mirror owner pulls out of JPI talks
Shares in the publisher jumped higher in early trading after it also reported a 4.4% decline in revenue for the five months to November 24.
Share Market highlights: Sensex ends 336 points down, Nifty near 12,050; Yes Bank, HUL top losers
Share Market News Today | Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: The headline indices Sensex and Nifty receded from record high levels on Friday, tracking weak GDP data outlook.
Terrorist group claims role in deadly French helicopter crash in Mali
France intervened in Mali in 2013 after extremists seized control of major towns in the north and implemented a harsh version of Islamic law. They were forced back into the desert, where they have reg
Posta looks to digital boxes to overturn bad fortunes; hopes to increase revenue by Sh1.5bn
NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 29- The Postal Corporation of Kenya is now targeting to increase its revenues by Sh1.5 billion through digital boxes after it witnessed a fall in letters during the last financial year. According to
Russia arrests woman suspected of spying for Ukraine in Crimea
MOSCOW, Nov 29 — Russia has arrested a Russian woman in the Crimean city of Sevastopol on suspicion of treason for allegedly stealing military secrets on behalf of Ukraine, the Federal Security Service said today. Russia annexed Crimea from Ukraine in 2014 but Kiev and the West consider it...
Amazon workers stage strike on Black Friday
BERLIN (AP) - Workers at Amazon distribution centers in Germany have gone on strike for better pay on Black Friday, one of the busiest days of the year for the online retailer.
Newly engaged Roxanne Pallett 'sees the power of prayer' after CBB punch-gate
The actress is living in New York with firefighter Jason.
This AI system may help doctors treat patients with traumatic brain injury
The study noted that the new AI system can predict the probability of the patient dying within 30-days with accuracy of 80-85 per cent
Five-year-old boy dies in Bacolod fire
BACOLOD CITY – A five-year-old boy died in a fire that razed four houses at Purok Sigay, Brgy. 2 on Thursday, Nov. 28.
Black Friday sees fewer shoppers in US stores as spending moves online
TRIPOLI: Libya’s National Oil Company said Thursday production had resumed at a key field in the southwest a day after it was interrupted by fighting there. “Following the cessation of military activity at the (Al-Feel) oilfield, production has resumed,” the NOC said in a statement on its website. Forces backing eastern-based strongman Khalifa Haftar, who seized Al-Feel
Pati Patni Aur Woh Director Slams The Outrage Over Marital Rape Dialogue; Takes A Dig At '3 Idiots'!
When the trailer of Kartik Aaryans Pati Patni Aur Woh dropped on the internet, the film received heavy backlash over a dialogue on marital rape. Following the outrage, the makers have reportedly rectified the dialogue. However, director Mudassar Aziz isnt pleased.
Swiss firm Zurich Airport beats Adani, DIAL bids to build Jewar airport
Jewar Airport or the Noida International Greenfield Airport will come up in 5,000 hectare area when fully constructed
Mayor Election Delay Won’t Affect JHB Service Delivery
JOHANNESBURG – The Democratic Alliance (DA) has on Thursday dismissed the African National Congress’ (ANC) accusations that service delivery would collapse in Johannesburg, as the city awaits the election of a new mayor next week. Speaker Vasco da Gama postponed the election, saying he would seek legal advice on the actual number of votes that […]
Chinese investments in Malaysia halve, US inflow soars
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Chinese investments into Malaysia halved to US$1.7 billion in the first nine months of the year from a year ago, though US investments soared seven times to US$5.9 billion — reflecting a diversion of funds due to the Beijing-Washington trade clashes.Data provided by the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) to Reuters on Friday showed that China, traditionally the Southeast Asian country's biggest investor, has now slipped to third position behind the United States and Japan.Foreign
North Korea Fires 'Super-Large' Rocket System
The launch was the fourth and final test of the system, Pyongyang have said.
Four Ebola responders killed by rebels in eastern DRC, WHO alarmed
It was by far the deadliest such attack in the second-worst Ebola outbreak in history, the United Nations health agency said.
Free solo climber Brad Gobright dies in horror 300m mountain fall
Renowned American free solo climber Brad Gobright has died after 300m plunge off a cliff in Mexico.
Money-Saving Secrets From Ski Bums
To get nitty-gritty, budget-saving tips, we turned to ski-town locals and winter fanatics for advice.
Bengaluru: Six people injured after detonator explodes in forensic lab
According to the police, the explosion happened at the FSL lab of Karnataka Police while handling a sample sent by the Raichur police.
Sensex falls 336 points to close at 40,794 ahead of GDP data; Nifty below 12,050
India Business News: Equity indices on Friday ended in red with the benchmark BSE sensex plunging over 300 points ahead of quarterly GDP growth data release. The 30-share
UK PM promises new visa policy from Jan 2021 to block unskilled immigrants
Johnson called for people to vote for a majority Conservative Party government on December 12 to get Brexit done by the January 31, 2020 deadline
Iraqi prime minister says he will resign: statement
BAGHDAD (Reuters) - Iraqi Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi said on Friday he would offer his resignation to parliament to allow lawmakers to choose a new government, in a move that follows weeks of violent anti-government protests.
South Africa court rejects Zuma appeal to prevent corruption trial
A South African court on Friday rejected an appeal by former President Jacob Zuma that sought to prevent his prosecution on corruption charge
2 ASIs, 3 constables suspended for allegedly killing former councillor Waheed Anjum in Rawalpindi
Amjad's friend says an ASI shot the former councillor "with the intent to murder".
'Discussed majority first, then farmers': Fadnavis attacks Maha Vikas Aghadi
Fadnavis sought to know why the three-party alliance tried to change the protem speaker defying rules.
Zuma and Thales’ leave to appeal dismissed with costs
Former president Jacob Zuma’s leave to appeal the refusal of a permanent stay of the graft charges he faces was denied with costs by a full bench of the Pietermaritzburg High Court on Friday.The leave to appeal for French arms manufacturer Thales was also dismissed with costs.Advocate Muzi Sik
Johnson warns Trump to stay out of election ahead of president’s UK visit
Mr Trump did have some criticism for Mr Johnson’s Brexit deal, claiming it hinders trade with the US.
Government should nationalize Kenya Airways quickly -CEO
NAIROBI — The government must move quickly to nationalize Kenya Airways as regional competitors seeking to carve out market share pour cash into their national carriers, the airline’s chief executive said.
‘Tenders called for installation of CCTV cameras in 745 stations’
Crime Prevention and Detection Squads set up at major stations: SCR official
US merger rush stirs debate over equities bull market
Some see signs of rally’s impending end in rash of multibillion dollar tie-ups
Never referred to Nathuram Godse as patriot: Pragya Thakur
"I want to say only what I do for the country. On November 27, during discussion on SPG (Amendment) Bill, I did not call Nathuram Godse a patriot (desh bhakt), I did not even take his name. Still if someone is hurt, I express my regret and apologise," Bhopal MP Pragya Thakur she said in Lok Sabha around 3.00 pm.
Experts on GDP numbers: 'Worst is not past us'
Former Chief Statistician of India, Pronab Sen said the manufacturing showing negative growth is certainly worrying. "I don't think the growth has bottomed out, the growth figures may continue to decline the next quarter too, however, post fourth quarter may show some recovery owing to the base effect," Sen said.
Black Friday frenzy goes global - and not everyone’s happy
The U.S. sales phenomenon has spread to retailers across the world in recent years with such force that it's prompting a backlash from some activists, politicians and even consumers.
Israel steps up settlement projects in occupied Jerusalem after US move
Israel announced on Thursday that it would approve 11,000 illegal housing units in the north of Jerusalem, following a surge of illegal settlements in...
'Dysfunctional' Zimbabwe on brink of man-made starvation
About 5.5 million people in rural areas face food insecurity. In urban areas, about 2.2 million people lack access to basic public services, including health and safe water, according to figures by U.
Hengyuan’s 3Q net loss narrows on turnaround plan
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Hengyuan Refining Company Bhd’s net loss narrowed in the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 to RM11.43 million from RM122.49 million a year earlier, due to higher revenue.Loss per share fell to to 3.81 sen from 40.83 sen, the group said in a filing today.Hengyuan said revenue for the quarter jumped 56% to RM3.23 billion from RM2.07 billion a year ago, as the refinery recorded sales volume of 10.7 million barrels.For the nine-month period, the
MP Court Issues A Summons Against Ameesha Patel In A Cheating Case
In the last month, we came across the shocking news as the case for cheating was registered against Bollywood actress Ameesha Patel. As per the complaint, Ameesha Patel issued a cheque to film produce
Taapsee Pannu's Romantic Thriller Gets A Hero In Vikrant Massey
Actor Vikrant Massey acting prowess, is bagging him lucrative projects. According to reports the actor has been considered to play a male lead opposite Taapsee Pannu in Vinil Mathew’s next. Said to be a romantic thriller, the film will be going on floors in January 2020
Euro zone inflation rises quicker than expected in November
BRUSSELS/FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Euro zone inflation accelerated faster than expected in November on a rise in food and services prices, likely comforting European Central Bank policymakers even if some factors pushing up prices may be only temporary.
Hong Kong police consider use of wooden bullets to tackle unrest
The Hong Kong police have said they will not rule out using wooden bullets to disperse protesters. Police Commissioner Chris Tang told reporters during a tea gathering on Thursday that the force may consider using wooden baton rounds – or wooden bullets – which would cause damage to the human body than rubber bullets, […]
BJP MP seeks inclusion of Gorkhas left out of NRC
Raising the issue during Zero Hour, Raju Bista (BJP) said that the exclusion of names of many Gorkhasy from the NRC is a question mark on the sacrifices made by those freedom fighters who were from this community.
Police and ambulance called to London Bridge over claims of shots being fired
Ambulance crews are at the scene
Varsity magt denies expelling student for impregnating lecturer
Ibrahim said the news flying around was from the imagination of its writer which is tailored towards destroying the image of the school.
Turkish, Qatari financial authorities sign deal to expand economic, financial ties
The Presidential Finance Office and the Qatar Financial Center signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to expand cooperation during President Recep...
London Bridge closed amid reports of gunfire, police at scene
Police are dealing with an ongoing incident
National Centre for Biosensors to be set up at Alagappa University
Office of Principal Scientific Advisor to fund it
Renowned free solo rock climber Brad Gobright falls to death in Mexico
A world-renowned rock climber, US national Brad Gobright, has fallen to his death while climbing a sheer rock face in northern Mexico, according to authorities.
Police treating London Bridge stabbing as 'terror-related' as man shot by officers
Metropolitan Police have confirmed they are at the scene following the incident and a number of people have been stabbed
Govt extends mandatory FASTag roll out for toll payments to December 15
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways had earlier announced that from December 1, toll payments on highways would be accepted through FASTags only
Daimler to cut thousands more jobs in bid to reduce costs
Car manufacturer struggling with cost of electic vehicles
Wild snow leopard's vision restored after world-first cataract surgery
A wild snow leopard found injured and unable to see has had its vision restored after Chinese veterinarians removed a cataract in what they say is a world-first surgical procedure.
CBOT Trends - Corn, wheat seen steady to higher; soybeans mixed
CHICAGO, Nov 29 (Reuters) - Following are U.S. trade expectations for the opening of grain and soy complex trading at the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) at 8:30 a.m. CST (1430 GMT) on Friday.The markets were closed on Thursday for the Thanksgiving holiday.WHEAT - Steady to up 2 cents per bushel* There were no deliveries against the CBOT's December wheat contract on first notice day on Friday. Traders expected deliveries of zero to 400 contracts, with most anticipating none.
Meghalaya plans to shut schools with enrolments below 10
A total of 221 lower and upper primary schools in the state have a single-digit enrolment of students. The minister said the state government incurs Rs 20 crore annual expenditure on these schools, which could be used for the development of other educational institutes.
Malta prime minister expected to quit in crisis over journalist murder
VALLETTA, Nov 29 — Malta’s Prime Minister Joseph Muscat has told associates he plans to resign imminently, the Times of Malta reported today. His decision was brought on by the political and legal crisis brought about by the investigation into the murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia,...
GDP at 4.5%: 'Worrying,' says Manmohan Singh; 'fundamentals strong,' counters govt
India Business News: India's GDP growth hit an over six-year low of 4.5 per cent in July-September 2019, triggering a war of words between the government and the oppositio
OPEC oil output falls 110,000 bpd in November to 29.57M bpd – Reuters
Crude oil output by the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries fell 110,000 barrels per day (bpd) in November to 29.57 million bpd, a Reute
Iraq’s PM announces he’ll resign amid worsening crisis
It wasn’t immediately clear whether Abdul-Mahdi’s resignation would placate protesters, who are now calling for the removal of the entire political class that has ruled Iraq since the 2003 downfall of Saddam Hussein.
‘Terrorist Pragya Thakur’ remark: BJP MP moves notice against Rahul Gandhi in Lok Sabha
The former Congress president said he stood by his comment.
NTPC to list commercial paper on BSE for an issue size of Rs 1,500 cr
After the process, the effective date of listing of such papers at the exchange will be December 2, the BSE said in a statement
First pictures of London Bridge 'shooting' after panic fills streets as police swarm on area
BBC correspondent John McManus told BBC News that he had heard several gunshots on London Bridge
BJP Staring At Tough Challenge In Jharkhand, May Need Support Of Angry Allies To Form Government
Why BJP is facing a tough challenge in Jharkhand assembly polls.
Sajid Javid warns Nicola Sturgeon over pact with Labour party 'riddled' with antisemitism
The Chancellor of the Exchequer has criticised Nicola Sturgeon for “getting into bed” with Labour despite antisemitism being "riddled" throughout the party.
Boris Johnson’s father: British public couldn’t spell Pinocchio if they tried
Stanley Johnson said Pinocchio requires a degree of literacy the British public does not have.
Bristol photographer says Rachel Riley's Jeremy Corbyn T-shirt is 'morally wrong'
Bristol-based photographer Rob Scott photographed Jeremy Corbyn being arrested in 1984
Police and ambulance called to London Bridge over claims of shots being fired
Ambulance crews are at the scene
KSE-100 index crosses 39,000 points to 9-month high
KSE-100 index crosses 39,000 points to 9-month high.
Belgian officials boycott trade delegation to Israel
BDS movement scores victory in Belgium, with officials dropping out of delegation to Israel, accusing Israel of violating international law.
Metropolitan Police issue London Bridge statement after 'number of people' left injured
The Metropolitan Police said: "Police were called at 1.58pm to a stabbing at premises near to London Bridge. Emergency services attended, including officers from the Met and @colp A man has been detained by police. We believe a number of people have been injured. Further info to follow."
Apprentice star Lottie Lion says she has ‘come to terms with unconventional looks’
The Apprentice star Lottie Lion has opened up about her insecurities, saying that she has “come to term with her unconventional looks”. Lion, a 19-year-old librarian from Somerset, recently became
Kerala Bank comes into being
Administrator rule of district cooperative banks ends
SSS withdraws access tags from Osinbajo's 'sacked' aides
The State Security Service (SSS) has withdrawn access tags from about 35 aides of Vice President Yemi Osinbajo who were affected by the controversial dismissal earlier this month, PREMIUM TIMES has learnt.
Anonymous official’s book replaces Trump Jr’s ‘fake No 1’ on bestseller list
A Warning knocks Triggered from atop the New York Times nonfiction list amid reports Republicans attempted to boost sales
AIIMS duped of Rs 12 cr as fraudsters withdraw money using 'cloned cheques'
The money was illegally withdrawn from the AIIMS' accounts in the State Bank of India at its non-home branches in other cities
Gold eases over doubts on US-China trade war, faces worst month in 3-years
Investors were uncertain about the fate of a 'phase-one' trade deal between the two economies
Passenger bust with Tik at EL airport
East London police have arrested a suspect for being in possession of Tik at East London Airport.Police spokesperson, Captain Hazel Mqala, said the 42-year-old man was arrested on Friday morning while waiting for a flight to Cape Town.[MobileAd]She said the drugs were found hidden in his luggage.Mqa
Pamela Anderson linked with late appearance on I'm A Celebrity after being seen in Australia
She arrived on the Gold Coast in Oz this week
Italian MP proposes during earthquake aid debate in parliament
Flavio Di Muro gets applause for marriage proposal – and reprimand from Speaker
British police shoot man at London Bridge after stabbing
LONDON, Nov 29 — British police shot a man today after a stabbing in the London Bridge area in the centre of the city. A 14-second video clip on Twitter filmed from a high vantage point showed what appeared to be three police officers backing away from a man lying on the pavement. Two officers...
Government of Ghana talks about Ghc 100 and Ghc 200 currency notes
The Governor of the Central Bank of Ghana, Dr. Ernest Addison has explained the rationale behind the government’s policy decision to introduc
Domestic multi-role T70 utility helicopter to begin test flights in 2020
The Turkish-built T-70 multi-role utility helicopter will begin test flights next year, Turkish Aerospace Industry (TUSAŞ/TAI) Deputy General Manager Kemal...
No need for ‘us vs them’, Ruto says of BBI debate
NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 29 - Deputy President William Ruto has softened his stance on the Building Bridges Initiative report, and called for unity in moving - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
Boris Johnson’s father: British public couldn’t spell Pinocchio if they tried
Stanley Johnson said Pinocchio requires a degree of literacy the British public does not have.
East Africa struggles with heavy rains as thousands displaced
Flood-hit Djibouti, Kenya struggle to cope after major downpours affect hundreds of thousands across the Horn of Africa.
'New home test can detect aggressive prostate cancer'
A new test can detect signs of prostate cancer using urine samples collected at home, according to a study which could predict whether patients will require treatment for the disease up to five years earlier than current methods.
Switzerland Acts to Improve DLT/Blockchain Ecosystem with Improved Legal Certainty, Crypto Valley Association Welcomes the Move
The Swiss Federal Council has moved to improved the legal certainty regarding the framework for the utilization of blockchain or distributed ledger technology (
Social Innovation Ireland Fund boosts its board
Ailbhe Keane, founder and creative director of Izzy Wheels, has also joined the the fund board.
Steinmetz fails to overturn $1.25bn arbitration award
London High Court tells mining group BSGR ‘no apparent bias or procedural irregularity’
K-pop stars get prison terms for sexual crimes
A South Korean court found two stars, Jung Joon-young and Choi Jong-hoon, guilty of illicit sexual relations with a woman.
India’s GDP growth slips to 4.5%, slowest in more than six years
The GDP growth rate has now slowed for the sixth consecutive quarter with the previous low recorded at 4.3 per cent in March 2013.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro goes up in flames - Gizchina.com
After a Redmi Note 7S going up in flames in India. Now, a Redmi Note 7 Pro has faced the same incident in China. Xiaomi says it has due to "external forces"
Prof Danquah calls for a Presidential Initiative transformation of Agriculture
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We are adapting to good batting wickets in India, says West Indies’s Sherfane Rutherford
The three-match T20 series between India and West Indies starts in Hyderabad on December 6, followed by games in Thiruvananthapuram and Mumbai.
Build office buildings for all GPs, says Minister
Dayakar Rao reviews work taken up under Centrally-aided schemes
Appeal court judgement: Let’s move Plateau forward, Lalong tells Useni
James Abraham, Jos Governor Simon Lalong of Plateau State has urged his main challenger during the 2019 governorship election, Senator Jeremiah Useni of the Peoples Democratic Party to concede d...
India Offers Over $400 Million Credit Line to Sri Lanka During President Rajapaksa's Visit
New Delhi (Sputnik): India has responded positively to a request by one of its largest trading partners in South Asia, Sri Lanka, for economic assistance and counter-terrorism efforts, as well as intelligence cooperation during delegation-level talks held in New Delhi.
Suspect shot dead after terrorist incident on London Bridge
Police say suspect in stabbing incident was wearing hoax bomb device
Sebi advances margins determination period for commodity derivatives
Effective April 1, 2020, cut off time shall be kept at 5 pm for the purpose of determining minimum threshold of margins to be collected by members from their clients
FETÖ under more scrutiny with new arrests
Turkish authorities issued arrest warrants for 23 suspects in an investigation into the Gülenist Terror Group's (FETÖ) civilian network, while seven former...
London police shoot suspect dead after 'terrorist' stabbings
Police shot dead a man suspected of stabbing several people near London Bridge on Friday in what detectives declared a terrorist incident. The...
Canada’s economy slowed in third quarter
OTTAWA, Nov 29 — Canada’s economy put on the brakes in the third quarter sending growth falling to 1.3 per cent, or almost one-third of the previous three months’ GDP, the government statistical agency said today. Statistics Canada blamed a drop in exports for the slowdown, noting that it was...
Johnson warns Trump to stay out of election ahead of president’s UK visit
Mr Trump did have some criticism for Mr Johnson’s Brexit deal, claiming it hinders trade with the US.
Party like a spy: Spookstock is intel world's hush-hush bash
WASHINGTON (AP) - Sometime earlier this year, one of the most elite social events in Washington took place, but without any fanfare or news coverage.
Odisha's investments in PSUs yield poor returns, says CAG report
Out of 147 entities where the government poured funds, only 12 had paid dividend- two rural banks, nine government companies and one statutory corporation
Japan's defence, foreign ministers to visit India tomorrow for 2+2 dialogue
The two ministers will be leading a Japanese delegation to the inaugural meeting of the 2+2 dialogue
Why did KCR drag Telangana’s Chief Justice into RTC staff strike issue: Congress
Is it permissible for the CJ to discuss an issue pending in his court with the CM, asks AICC spokesperson
CHR honors Initao cop who lost his life shielding civilians from grenade attack
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has paid its deepest and sincerest respect to the heroism of Police Major Sergeant Jason Magno who gave up his own life to save innocent civilians during a grenade blast at Initao College in Misamis Oriental on Thursday.
Textile parks grow at snail's pace; only 22 out of 59 projects completed so far
Scheme for Integrated Textile Parks (SITP) provides support for creating good textile infrastructure, with the government granting up to 40 per cent of the project cost
Disinfection upgrades at Mayo water plants
WORKING in partnership with Mayo County Council, Irish Water has completed a detailed assessment of the water treatment plants in Mayo as part of the National Disinfection Programme.
Hong Kong police end dramatic 12-day siege of university
Hong Kong police pulled out of a university campus Friday after a 12-day blockade during which they sought to arrest pro-democracy activists holed up inside. The standoff at Hong Kong Polytechnic
BCC struggles to rehabilitate recreational facilities due to funds shortage
Shortage of funds is reportedly crippling the Bulawayo City Council from rehabilitating recreational facilities needed for various activities that may keep the ...
Russian Black Sea Fleet Staffer Spying for Ukraine Detained in Sevastopol - Lawmaker
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - A Russian woman who tried to obtain national secret military information at the request of the Ukrainian Defence Ministry has been detained in Russia's southern city of Sevastopol, the country's Federal Security Service (FSB) said on Friday.
City Girls’ Yung Miami Names The G.O.A.T: “Best Rapper Dead Or Alive!”
City Girls' Yung Miami has big respect for the Snowman. The hip-hop star has stepped forward to call Jeezy the best rapper - ever.Last night, Miami hit up I
Australia a 'treasure island' for medical device giants: ex-hospital boss
The former boss of Australia's second largest private hospital operator has backed health insurers' claims they are being gouged by medical device manufacturers.
Time Is Running Out for Trump's North Korean Diplomacy, Analysts Say
SEOUL, South Korea -- The clock is ticking.Kim Jong Un, North Korea's leader, has said that the United States has until the end of the year to make a new proposal to create a breakthrough in stalled negotiations on denuclearizing the Korean Peninsula.The looming deadline -- which North Korea has
Boris Johnson’s father: British public couldn’t spell Pinocchio if they tried
Stanley Johnson said Pinocchio requires a degree of literacy the British public does not have.
US Dollar Index clinches 6-week highs beyond 98.50
DXY moves beyond the 98.50 level. The index records fresh multi-week highs. US 10-year yields climb to highs near 1.78%. The greenback, in terms of t
NatWest online glitch resolved
One man tells of difficulty paying for a prescription, while Black Friday shoppers are also hit.
APC Crisis: Edo APC dissociates self from South South caucus meeting
Edo APC has dissociated itself from the proposed meeting of the South-South caucus of the party in Abuja, saying that it was called without due consultation
GDP growth tanks to 4.5% in Q2; core industries' output shrinks 5.8% in Oct
Fiscal deficit in the first seven months of FY20 already at 102% of government's target for full financial year
‘Sources of funding’: Ronan Farrow says Hillary Clinton cooled on him when he investigated #MeToo crimes
Journalist Ronan Farrow said Hillary Clinton tried to distance herself from him when she discovered he was investigating sexual assault allegations against Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein.
U.K. police clear London Bridge after reports of gunshots
British police say they're dealing with an incident on London Bridge, and witnesses have reported hearing gunshots.
Boris Johnson criticised by Greens over ’embarrassing’ climate debate no-show
Scottish Greens co-leader Patrick Harvie accused the Prime Minister of lying about ‘pretty much everything’ he says.
UK police clear London Bridge after reports of gunshots
LONDON — British police said Friday they were dealing with an incident on London Bridge, and witnesses have reported hearing gunshots.
Gabrielle Union Breaks Silence After News Spreads About Her Being Fired From ‘America’s Got Talent’ For Speaking Out Against Racism
Gabrielle Union has broken her silence about being fired from "America's Got Talent," after Variety ran a report that said she was let go for speaking out against racism. The report goes into various instances when Union was either a victim of racism on the show or witnessed it. The actress was hired for the 14th
Prof Danquah calls for a Presidential Initiative to transform Agriculture
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US redwood sequoia company wins approval
A US company wanting to grow giant redwood trees here to sell the lumber back home has won the right to buy another 4000ha in New Zealand. Tough restrictions on cutting down Redwood, or Sequoia, in the US means people cannot get enough of it to use as a building material. The wood is especially popular for things like decking and outdoor furniture, as it is admired as both attractive and robust. To meet the need, the Soper Wheeler Company of California set up the New Zealand Redwood Company in Taupō in 2001. New Zealand's moist climate allows higher growth rates for Sequoia than in California.
N Korea's Thanksgiving Day test shows improving speed for missile crews
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un expressed “great satisfaction” over the latest test of a large multiple-rocket launcher, state media said on Friday, a launch that experts said showcased improving performance by the system and its crews.
Latest Benue State News Online Today November 29th 2019
Good day, welcome to the latest Benue State online news headlines update for today, Friday, November 29th, 2019, on Concise News.
BBC bars Johnson from Marr Show unless he agrees Neil interview
PM will not be allowed to pick the shows he wants appear on, says broadcaster
Norwegian Bombshell Hilde Osland Musses Her Hair In A Blue Dress: ‘Friday Night’
Norwegian bombshell Hilde Osland floored her two million fans with a double picture update where she sizzled in a royal blue one-shouldered dress to wear out on her “Friday Night” ...
MRI wait times lag provincial average in three out of four of the region's hospitals
If you’re anxiously awaiting a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) exam, at any of the four major hospitals in Kamloops and the Okanagan, you’ll fi
General Election 2019: Johnson says it is 'best' Trump does not interfere in the campaign during visit to London
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said it would be “best” if Donald Trump does not get involved in the UK’s [...]
Patanjali secures Rs 3,200 cr loan from SBI, other banks to buy Ruchi Soya
Patanjali said it has got loans of Rs 1,200 crore from SBI, Rs 700 crore from PNB, Rs 600 crore from UBI, Rs 400 crore from Syndicate Bank and Rs 300 crore from Allahabad Bank
South African Airways dropped by leading travel insurers
JOHANNESBURG, Nov 29 — Three travel insurance companies in South Africa have stopped covering tickets issued by South African Airways against insolvency, further clouding the outlook for the struggling state-run airline. The decision by Santam’s Travel Insurance Consultants (TIC) to drop South...
Opec November oil output slips before Aramco IPO, policy meeting
LONDON, Nov 29 — Opec oil output has fallen in November as Angolan production has slipped due to maintenance and Saudi Arabia has kept a lid on supply to support the market before the initial public offering (IPO) of state-owned Saudi Aramco, a Reuters survey found. On average, the 14-member...
10 things you need to know today: November 29, 2019
Trump announces new Taliban peace talks in surprise Afghanistan visit, Hong Kong police end siege after protesters leave campus, and more
Robber 'choked student after she ignored cat calls, then molested her body'
Ruth George was strangled to death and sexually assaulted in a deserted parking garage near her university. Donald Thurman reportedly carried out the horrific crime after she ignored him
Ex-MP Harvey Proctor wins Met payout for false child abuse claims
Former politician had been implicated in disastrous Operation Midland inquiry
Party like a spy: Spookstock is intel world's hush-hush bash
WASHINGTON (AP) - Sometime earlier this year, one of the most elite social events in Washington took place, but without any fanfare or news coverage.
The U.S. Navy Has a Crazy Plan To Build Monster (But Useless) Battleships
Their construction was a mistake worth avoiding.
London Bridge on lockdown after reports of multiple gunshots
People were evacuated from the scene
Serie A clubs join forces with open letter: We have 'serious problem with racism'
All 20 clubs from Serie A have written a joint open letter to ask for help in dealing with the issue of racism.
Sugar output in 2019-20 may fall by 18% to 2.73 mn tonnes: Govt in RS
Sugar marketing year runs from October to September
France to summon Turkish envoy after Erdogan's 'insults': Elysee
PARIS (Reuters) - France’s Foreign Ministry will summon Turkey’s ambassador following insulting comments made by President Tayyip Erdogan, a French presidency official said on Friday.
The Looming Calendar Anomaly In Junk Bonds
A seasonal supply/demand imbalance in high-yield bond markets has traditionally led to strong performance in December and January. This has led to a historically bankable strategy to capture alpha fro
Mercedes-Benz owner to slash 10,000 jobs in latest car industry cuts
Daimler said on Friday it will cut at least 10,000 jobs worldwide over the next three years, following others in the industry as they cut costs to invest in electric vehicles while grappling with
Love the game: Drake and Taylor Swift's decade in pop dominance
Since 2009, Drake has become a cross-genre streaming star, while Swift’s glow-up has transformed her into a blockbuster brand – and their co-command of ‘pop 2.0’ isn’t wavering yet
Police and ambulance called to London Bridge over claims of shots being fired
Ambulance crews are at the scene
Japan, South Korea to hold high-level trade talks
Nov. 29 (UPI) -- In the shadow of the United States trade war with China, South Korea's trade ministry said Friday it will hold high-level trade negotiations with Japan to end its long-running standoff.
Economy hit by climate of fear, says Manmohan Singh
Former Prime Minister warns of disastrous effects of a sharp slowdown in growth .
German auto industry group appoints former Merkel aide
BERLIN (AP) - An influential group representing the German auto industry has chosen Hildegard Mueller, who was once a senior aide to Chancellor Angela Merkel, as its new leader.
Hallmarking of gold jewellery mandatory across nation from January 2020
Jewellers to be given a year's time to clear stocks that aren't hallmarked and get themselves registered
Hike in Onion Price? Thieves in West Bengal steal onions instead of Cash
With the hike in prices of Onion up to Rs 100 per kilo in West Bengal, onions have seemingly become more alluring for thieves than cash
Lawrence Kenwright tells of regret over Signature Living investor complaints
Hotel boss apologises for delays and poor communications
'We have lost a great leader' - Ramaphosa as King Sigcawu is laid to rest
President Cyril Ramaphosa has bid farewell to King Mpendulo Zwelonke Sigcawu during his funeral at the Nqadu Royal Palace near Willowvale in the Eastern Cape.
Larry Ellison Picks Storied Lake Tahoe Property for Next Nobu Getaway
Robert De Niro and his hospitality team are joining with the Oracle billionaire to remake Cal Neva, owned in its Rat Pack heyday by Frank Sinatra.
Saints clinch NFC South title, Bills dominate Cowboys on US Thanksgiving
Hill, who also plays backup quarterback, deflected a punt to set up his touchdown reception from starter Brees, and he replaced him on a third-down play that resulted in his running score.
Law student abducted, gang-raped in Ranchi; 12 arrested
The accused have been arrested in subsequent raids led by Superintendent of Police (Rural) Rishabh Kumar Jha.
London stabbing | Two people killed, police shoot suspect dead
Metropolitan Police Chief Cressida Dick said two stabbing victims had died and three injured people were being treated in a hospital
Johnson warns Trump to stay out of election ahead of president’s UK visit
Mr Trump did have some criticism for Mr Johnson’s Brexit deal, claiming it hinders trade with the US.
Uttarakhand: Government To Set Up Char Dham Shrine Board To Manage Over 50 Temples In The State
In a state cabinet meeting on Wednesday (27 November), the Uttarakhand government has decided to set up a Charm Dham shrine board to manage over 50 temples located in the state, reports Asian News International.
Watch: Justice Clarence Thomas Slams Biden-led Confirmation Hearing
In a forthcoming documentary "Created Equal: Clarence Thomas in His Own Words" Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas joined the chorus of criticism of Joe Biden's handling of his 1991 Supreme Court confirmation process.
Canada Q3 GDP growth slower, but details better – RBC
Nathan Janzen – Senior Economist at Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) – offered his take on Friday's release of the Canadian GDP report, which showed a shar
BMW, Great Wall to establish new EV plant in China
Mubasher: BMW and its partner Great Wall Motors will establish a new joint venture (JV) in China that will produce electric vehicle models.
Daily Mail owner to buy i newspaper and website for £50m
Mail group sees opportunities for cost synergies
Could real Christmas trees and mistletoe could be losing popularity in the UK?
The National Trust has found that Christmas markets are growing in favour among Britons.
Climate change protests staged across the globe
The protests come just days before officials gather in Madrid for talks on tackling climate change.
Forex kitty continues to move up, closes in $449 billion mark
In the previous week, the reserves had increased by USD 441 million to reach USD 448.249 billion
Hong Kong customs seizes $50 mln smuggled frozen meat to mainland China
BEIJING/HONG KONG, Nov 29 (Reuters) - Hong Kong customs seized about 540 tonnes of suspected smuggled frozen meat with an estimated market value of about $50 million, the authority said in a statement on Friday, case of its kind in the past decade. The meat was found aboard four suspicious fishing vessels
Inside Career of Uhuru's New Millionaire Nominee
President Uhuru Kenyatta's nominee is also a holder of a PhD from the University of...
Digital Payments: Modi’s Idea of A Cashless India Is Going Steady and Strong
As compared to FY 2014-15, the digital transaction volume for FY 2018-19 has grown five-fold.
Buhari: Construction of Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano gas pipeline to start soon
President Muhammadu Buhari says the federal government would soon commence the construction of the Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano (AAK) gas pipeline.
So It Looks Like New Yorkers Blamed Cuomo, Not AOC, for Amazon Loss
Gov. Andrew Cuomo failed to secure a new Amazon headquarters in New York last year. It was a massive hit, as the company had pledged to bring 25,000 jobs to the state, in exchange for $3 billion in state and local tax breaks. Some of the blame was lobbed against progressive freshman U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who had been urging her supporters to fight against the company's move. She celebrated in the halls of Congress when she heard the news Amazon had backed out of its plans for Queens.
China’s true economic growth could be half of what everyone thinks
China’s GDP data release always generates great market excitement despite rarely straying more than 25 basis points below or above the government target. This stability has led a number of analysts to propose their own measures, typically based on a variety of Chinese proxy data but, in the end, not that different from the official numbers. In this article I argue that, based on the performance of countries comparable to China, the latter’s GDP growth could be as low as half the official number and that markets are likely overestimating China’s importance for the global economy. That being said, China has one of the highest levels of corporate debt in the world and slower growth implies greater risks of financial instability.
UK PM Johnson says Britain will leave EU by Jan. 31
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Friday said that Britain would leave the EU by Jan. 31 at the latest if his Conservative Party wins a...
German car industry reels as Daimler cuts 10,000 jobs
Some 50,000 cuts have been announced across the sector as automakers restructure
Fired Zimbabwe state doctors reject offer to return to work
HARARE (Reuters) - Zimbabwe state doctors who were fired for going on strike have rejected a government offer to return to work, their union said on Friday.
Crusaders to change logo but retain name after review sparked by mosque shootings
The club will begin using the new logo immediately but it will not make an on-field debut until 2021.
Mercedes-Benz parent Daimler plans thousands of job cuts worldwide
The job cuts will be carried out by the end of 2022 as part of efforts to reduce spending by 1.4 billion euros (US$1.5 billion), the maker of Mercedes-Benz cars said Friday in a statement.
Focus will be on Canadian GDP – TDS
Analysts at TD Securities (TDS) offered a brief preview of Friday's only important release of the Canadian GDP growth figures, scheduled later during
Newly discovered massive black hole ‘should not even exist,' astronomers say
The discovery of a massive black hole so monstrous it should not exist has left astronomers worldwide stumped, Astronomy magazine reported.
Malta PM rejects immunity bid by top suspect in murder probe
Malta's Prime Minister Joseph Muscat has said his government rejected a request by a prominent businessman for immunity from prosecution in connection with the 2017 killing of investigative reporter Daphne Caruana Galizia.
Finland, Belgium, Denmark, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden Join INSTEX Mechanism for Trade With Iran - Finnish Foreign Ministry
Iran considers the European Instrument in Support of Trade Exchanges (INSTEX), a tool set up to help trade with Tehran under the US sanctions, to be weak, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi stated earlier in November, adding that the system has not been fully implemented so far.
GMB fans furious as guest insists chocolate advent calendars should be banned
Amy Childs argued against banning the calendars
Colombia protest leaders push Duque on dialogue
Protest leaders in Colombia on Thursday urged President Ivan Duque to include them in negotiations aimed at ending demonstrations that have rocked his right-wing government.
FM's remarks on economy disappointing, crisis entirely home grown: Sinha
Sinha said that even now, the government is largely in denial
ACB Stock Price: Aurora Cannabis Inc. sets higher lows, shrugging off financial fears
Aurora Cannabis Incorporated, which is headquartered in Edmonton and trades at the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE) has risen on Thursday at and closed at
Crude Oil Price and Forecast: WTI traders take clues from US-China tensions, OPEC+ eyed
WTI has been dropping to the intra-day low of $58.07 by the press time of early Friday in Asia. The energy benchmark seems to have negatively affected
Chrissy Teigen turns John Legend's Sexiest Man Alive cover into pyjamas
John definitely saw the funny side.
NECO : Ogun cancels November sanitation exercise
Ogun Govt has cancelled the monthly sanitation exercise ,to enable secondary school students across the state to take part in the NECO examinations.
Cotton - The Fluffy Fiber Continues To Work Its Way Higher
A recovery to 96.50 cents ran out of steam in June 2018.Cotton falls to just over the 2016 bottom.A bullish pattern since late August.Levels to watch in the cotton market.BAL is the cotton ETN product
German auto industry group appoints former Merkel aide
BERLIN (AP) - An influential group representing the German auto industry has chosen Hildegard Mueller, who was once a senior aide to Chancellor Angela Merkel, as its new leader.
GAM’s head of investments to quit Swiss asset manager
Matthew Beesley was once regarded as contender for top job
Swiss Firm Zurich Airport Outbids DIAL, Adani To Develop Jewar Airport
The first phase of the airport would be spread over 1,334 hectare and cost Rs 4,588 crore.
Italy's ‘Sardines’ movement threatens Salvini’s dominance
ROME — In Italy’s polarized political landscape, a grassroots group calling itself “Sardines” is putting the squeeze on right-wing populist Matteo Salvini.
Telkom Says Cell C Has Rejected Takeover Offer
JOHANNESBURG – Telkom SA said on Friday the board of its larger but troubled rival Cell C had rejected its takeover bid. “The Telkom Board continues to believe the offer is a compelling proposition that would have created significant value for all stakeholders including Telkom’s shareholders,” the statement said. Cell C is majority-owned by Blue […]
Bridge attacker shot dead
UPDATE: 11:20 a.m. A man wearing a fake explosive vest stabbed several people in what police are treating as a terrorist attack Friday before being tackled by members of the public and then fatally shot by officers on London Bridge, police and the city’s mayor said.
Zuma loses bid to appeal high court's ruling in graft trial but can still petition SCA | IOL News
Jacob Zuma has lost an application for leave to appeal the high court judgment, but he still has an option to petition the ...
Bolivia's interim govt redraws foreign policy after Morales
Bolivia's interim government on Thursday announced that it would renew diplomatic relations with Israel after they were cut off around ten years ago, as...
Egypt has capacity to store 4 mln tonnes of wheat - ministry
CAIRO, Nov 29 (Reuters) - Egypt, the world's largest wheat importer, has the capacity to store 4 million tonnes of wheat this season, the supply ministry said on Friday, adding it had built new wheat silos for the additional storage.In July, Egypt signed a deal with the OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) to build two wheat silos in Port Said. At the time, Supply Minister Ali Moselhy said they would raise Egypt's storage capacity for imported wheat by around 15%. (Reporting by Momen Saeed Atallah; Writing by Yousef Saba; editing by David Evans)
Sri Lanka wants to undo 99-year port lease to China
Sri Lanka’s new government led by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa wants to undo the previous regime’s move to lease the southern port of Hambantota to a Chinese venture, citing national interest. Former
UK PM Johnson Reveals When Britain Will Leave EU
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Friday said that Britain would leave the EU by January 31, Concise News reports.
UK PM Johnson implores Trump: Please keep out of election
LONDON (Nov 29): Prime Minister Boris Johnson said it was best if US President Donald Trump did not get involved in Britain's upcoming election when he visits London for a NATO summit next week."What we don't do traditionally as loving allies and friends, what we don't do traditionally, is get involved in each other's election campaigns," said Johnson, whose Conservative Party has a commanding lead in the polls ahead of the Dec 12 election."The best (thing) when you have
PCSO welcomes PACC probe of corrupt employees
PHILIPPINE Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) General Manager Royina Marzan-Garma welcomed the result of the probe conducted by the Presidential Anti-Corruption Commission (PACC) into the alleged corruption involving some of the agency’s officials.
Breast milk may help prevent heart disease in premature babies: Study
Identifying the key components within breast milk that result in improved heart health could pave the way for a more targeted approach to long-term cardiovascular wellbeing for those born prematurely, according to the researchers.
Davido's cousin B-Red welcomes new baby with wife Faith Johnson (photo)
Davido's cousin B-Red has welcomed his first son. B-Red shared a photo post on in verified Instagram page in which he was spotted carrying the newborn baby in his arms, in the hospital.
Qatar rejects false accusations by Eritrean Information Ministry
The State of Qatar has totally rejected false accusations contained in a statement by the Eritrean Ministry of Information, stressing that Qatar has nothing to do with any factions or groups in Eritrea, a matter which the Eritrean government knows very well.
How a Clayton-le-Woods boy was given the best job ever - as a toy tester for VARTA
An eight-year-old boy has been given the ultimate child’s dream - a job playing with toys all day.
EUR/GBP retreats from daily highs near 0.8540
The selling pressure around the single currency has forced EUR/GBP to recede from earlier tops in the 0.8540/45 band. EUR/GBP remains focused on the U
Daily Mail owner buys rival the i for nearly £50m
Daily Mail and General Trust chairman Lord Rothermere said the publication was ‘highly respected’ and generating plenty of cash.
Roscommon respite centre to close despite campaign
The Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) is shutting the Cuisle centre in Donamon in Co Roscommon because of funding issues.
BET founder says 2020 election is Trump’s to lose
Robert Johnson, the founder of Black Entertainment Television, said in an interview Friday that he does not believe that there's a Democrat in the 2020 field today who can prevent President Trump from winning a second term.
Boris Johnson wants ‘exuberant’ media after Channel 4 debate row
A Conservative source suggested the party may review Channel 4’s public service broadcasting position.
BREAKING: Man, 35, dies after being hit by ambulance in early morning crash
Thames Valley Police are investigating the crash, which happened on the A34 in Oxfordshire at around 3.20am today
South Africa court rejects Zuma appeal to prevent corruption trial
A South African court on Friday rejected an appeal by former President Jacob Zuma that sought to prevent his prosecution on corruption charges...
India’s Fiscal Deficit In October At 102.4% Of 2019-20 Target
The gap between the government’s revenue and expenditure rose to Rs 7.20 lakh crore as of October.
Top cleric warns of chaos amid worsening crisis in Iraq
Forty protesters were shot dead by security forces in Baghdad and the southern cities of Najaf and Nasiriya on Thursday.
Govt initiates dialogue with ASEAN members for review of FTA: Goyal
He also said the Coffee Board is trying to develop an Indian brand of coffee for export and the work in this regard is underway
Boris Johnson promises to give state aid to UK companies to stop them collapsing after Brexit
The prime minister announced that he would remove EU rules preventing the government from awarding contracts to UK-based businesses.
Court dismisses Jacob Zuma appeal
Zuma is facing fraud and corruption charges from when he was Thabo Mbeki's deputy.
Evacuation order lifted as huge Texas plant fire ‘contained’
Officials lifted evacuation orders Friday for around 50,000 people on the Texas Gulf Coast, determining a massive fire was finally under control at a chemical plant rocked by two major explosions two days earlier.
Offa Poly graduates killed in accident while en route to NYSC orientation camp (Photos)
Tragedy struck yesterday, November 28 along Kano road as some graduates of the Federal Polytechnic Offa, Kwara State died in a horrific car accident. According to reports, the fresh graduates were reportedly on their way to
Iraq’s top cleric warns against chaos and worsening crisis
Forty protesters were shot dead by security forces in Baghdad and the southern cities of Najaf and Nasiriya on Thursday, one day after the burning of an Iranian consulate.
China Mobile International launched first ever global shared service center in Cyberjaya
KUALA LUMPUR: China’s telecommunication giant China Mobile, through its overseas subsidiary China Mobile International (CMI), has officially launched the group’s first ever global shared service senter (SSC) in Cyberjaya marking a new chapter in CMI’s ambitious plan for expansion in to the region.
Problem with sewer shuts down Wellburn's Market grocery store, barbershop
Wellburn’s Market, a grocery store at Cook and Pandora that's been downtown for more than a century, was forced to close its doors Friday morning after a sewage line problem in the building. . . .
Joburg mayoral malaise: ANC decides against going to court to challenge DA speaker
The ANC says it has received legal advice cautioning it against going to court to challenge a decision to postpone a City of Johannesburg council meeting meant to elect a new executive mayor.
IHH Healthcare posts RM236m in 3Q net profit on stronger contribution from its operations
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): IHH Healthcare Bhd reported a net profit of RM236.34 million for the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 (3QFY19) compared to a net loss of RM104.07 million a year ago.The regional healthcare group said the quarterly profit was driven by sustained organic revenue growth at existing operations.The boost to earnings also came from Gleneagles Hong Kong Hospital and Acibadem Altunizade Hospital, both opened in March 2017. In addition, Amanjaya Specialist Centre and Fortis Healthcare (“Fortis”),
Uddhav Thackeray government to face floor test on November 30
The Shiv Sena-NCP-Congress alliance claims to have the support of over 170 MLAs.
Boris Johnson promises to give state aid to UK companies to stop them collapsing after Brexit
Boris Johnson has promised to scrap EU state aid rules after Brexit in order to stop UK businesses from collapsing.
Duopharma Biotech's 3Q earnings jump 21% on higher product demand
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Duopharma Biotech Bhd has reported a 21% jump in net profit to RM14.86 million for its third quarter ended Sept 30, 2019, from RM12.29 million a year ago.The pharmaceutical company said in an exchange filing today revenue rose 13.5% to RM142.86 million, from RM125.84 million in the year-ago third quarter.Duopharma Biotech's group managing director Leonard Ariff Abdul Shatar said the improved results reflected increased demand for the group's pharmaceutical products from the private and public
Blackpool affected by national shortage of tall Christmas trees
Residents might think Scrooge has got his hands on Blackpool's Christmas trees this festive season.
Indian hedge funds return 0.09% in October, way behind Asian peers
Indian funds did better than Asian ones in only four out of the ten months of 2019 so far
Funny Christmas gifts 2019: the best novelty present ideas for the joker in your life
The joker in your family can be the hardest to shop for especially around Christmas time.
Intriguing moves in Pakistan establishment
Some pretty obvious behind the scenes friction is playing itself out between the pro-India and anti-India camps within the Pak army
EXCLUSIVE: Govt explains why it introduced Ghc100, Ghc200 Cedi notes
The Governor of the Central Bank of Ghana, Dr Ernest Addison has explained the rationale behind government’s policy decision to introduce new Bank notes of Ghv100, Ghc200 and 2Ghc coin. Addressing a presser covered by MyNewsGH.com, the Governor said “twelve years after the redenomination exercise, sustained periods of high inflation and the perennial depreciation of the currency have eroded, in real terms, the face value of the series of the notes” forced government to take the decision. He explained that a lot of thinking and consultations took place. A lot “thinking went into the decision to introduce the higher denomination banknotes. The structure of the banknote should align well with the needs of the people who use it for their daily transactions. We need banknotes and coins that are convenient for most people to use, high quality, secure and cost effective.” He added. A promotional release by BoG read in part:
B.C. RCMP announce charges in 1993 homicide of 23-year-old Vicki Black
VANCOUVER — The RCMP in British Columbia say a man is in custody and facing a murder charge in the homicide of a 23-year-old woman in Vancouver in 1993. The Mounties announced in a news release Friday that Stephen Laroche has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of Vicki Black. They say a Vancouver police …
Thieves have a field day near Rashtrapati Bhavan
The CCTV footage revealed that the miscreants, who reached the spot in a car, put the pipes in a container and left the spot.
Court rejects Jacob Zuma appeal to prevent corruption trial
The ruling paves the way for Zuma's long-awaited trial to start in February 2020.
Maltese govt refuses immunity request in murder probe
The Maltese government has turned down a request from one of the island's richest men on for immunity in return for his cooperation in the investigation into a journalist's murder, after freeing a top official he was said to implicate.
Climate change protests staged across the globe
The protests come just days before officials gather in Madrid for talks on tackling climate change.
After suicide of serviceman, SCDF enhances support for recruits struggling to adjust
SINGAPORE: The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) has recently enhanced its support programme for National Service recruits who struggle to ...
Cork boosted by Fitzgerald return and 'ready to go again, hopefully stronger than ever in January'
Mourneabbey All-Ireland winning defender Eimear Meaney has welcomed the managerial U-turn.
Teen who went viral with TikTok hair tutorial tells ITV News people need to know about China threat to Uighur Muslims
A 16-year-old whose hairstyling TikTok tutorial talking about the threat to Uighur Muslims in China has gone viral has told ITV News he and others are using the platform so people understand what's going on in our world. Pavan Shandil Narayan, who lives in Sacramento, California, posted the video on his TikTok channel five days ago. But it went viral on Friday after it was shared by US Congresswoman Ilhan Omar.
Did KZN Catholic priest quit the church to marry a nun? | IOL News
A Catholic priest on the KZN south coast has reportedly quit the church to marry a former nun with whom he allegedly has a 21-year-old daughter.
Sewage break shuts down Wellburn's Market grocery store, barbershop
Wellburn’s Market, a grocery store at Cook and Pandora downtown for more than a century, was forced to close its doors Friday morning after a sewage main problem in the building. Customers were . . .
Owan West receives LG dev awards - The Nation Newspaper
Owan West Local Government Area, Edo state will Friday evening in Abuja join other local governments in the country to receive the 2019 Nigerian Local...
School bullies 'held a knife to a boy's throat'. Two weeks later the school can't say what's happened to them 'because of GDPR' and his mum hasn't heard back from the police
'He's just meant to put on a brave face. To top it all off the police haven't even phoned me'
Sweden charges EU parliament member with sexual molestation
Prosecutors on Friday charged a Swedish member of the European Parliament with sexual molestation, a move challenged by the politician, Peter Lundgren of the anti-immigrant nationalist party the Sweden Democrats. The Prosecution Authority said in a statement the alleged incident took place in a hotel
Anger as Labour confirms it has thrown out gigafactory plans
Labour has prompted fury from business leaders in the West Midlands after Jeremy Corbyn confirmed that the region had been overlooked for a new gigafactory.
UK PM Johnson implores Trump: please keep out of election
"What we don't do traditionally as loving allies and friends, what we don't do traditionally, is get involved in each other's election campaigns," said Johnson, whose Conservative Party has a commanding lead in the polls ahead of the December 12.
Boris Johnson promises to give state aid to UK companies to stop them collapsing after Brexit, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The prime minister announced that he would remove EU rules preventing the government from awarding contracts to UK-based businesses.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Kerala: 12 lawyers booked for intimidating woman judicial officer
Vanchiyoor police filed a case against 12 lawyers in Kerala for threatening a magistrate after she refused bail to an accused. They allegedly closed the door of her chamber and intimidated her, sources said.
Core sector output for October contracts further to 5.8 per cent
The index was dragged down by electricity which reported a de-growth of 12.4% vs -3.7% in Sept.
Trump’s visit to Afghanistan was so secret the White House sent generic Thanksgiving tweets from his account to avoid questions about why he didn’t post for 13 hours
Trump administration staffers sent generic Thanksgiving tweets from President Donald Trump’s Twitter account to avoid suspicion that his account was silent as he made a secret trip to visit US troops in Afghanistan.
US, India have made exploratory requests for greater market access: Piyush Goyal
“Regular consultations with the concerned line ministries / departments and other stakeholders bodies is a part of the ongoing discussions,” he said in a written reply to a question on bilateral trade negotiations with the US in Rajya Sabha. The minister said that trade related issues are discussed as a part of any ongoing economic relationship.
Ibrahim Abdul Majid appointed as new CEO of Boustead Plantations
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): Boustead Plantations Bhd today announced the appointment of Ibrahim Abdul Majid as its new chief executive officer (CEO), effective Dec 1.Ibrahim, 60, will take over from Mohamad Azlan Jaafar, who is standing in as acting CEO and will resume his responsibilities as deputy CEO.In a statement today, the group said Ibrahim has an extensive career in the palm oil industry, bringing with him 40 years of experience.He started his career with Sime Darby in 1979
Germany's Daimler to cut 'thousands' of jobs over 3 years
Daimler says it plans to cut thousands of jobs worldwide by the end of 2022. The German automaker says it plans not to fill some vacant posts and to offer severance packages in Germany to reduce administrative jobs.
Unauthorised colony residents need registry papers, not a law: Kejriwal
Talking to reporters, the chief minister asked people not to trust anyone until they get registry papers in their hands as previous governments had promised the same, but failed to meet it
Adani group shares rally up to 13% as CCI approves Total Group's 37.4% stake buy
Adani Gas share price rallied as much as 12.77 per cent to Rs 168.60 apiece on the BSE after the CCI approved the acquisition of 37.4 per cent shareholding and joint control by Total Group in Adani Gas
Centum Group half-year profit quadruples
The income was realised mainly as a result of net gains on disposal of three companies.
US shoppers stay away from stores, spend online as Black Friday begins
NEW YORK, Nov 29 — US consumers splurged more than US$2 billion online in the first hours of Thanksgiving shopping today, while crowds were largely thin at retailers on the eve of Black Friday, reflecting the broader trend away from shopping at brick-and-mortar stores. Early discounts offered...
AUD/USD loses recovery momentum ahead of 0.6800, trades around 0.6780
The AUD/USD pair continued to push lower during the Asian trading hours on Friday and touched its worst level since mid-October at 0.6762 but staged a
Johnson wants 'exuberant' media after Channel 4 row
A Conservative source suggested the party may review Channel 4's public service broadcasting position after it replaced Mr Johnson with an ice sculpture when he refused to take part in a climate change debate.
Retailer Quiz to update ahead of festive sales period
Glasgow-based fast fashion chain Quiz will update on current trading ahead of the key festive period when it reports interim figures next week.
Pakistan keen to further enhance its brotherly ties with Oman: President
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: President Dr Arif Alvi has said that Pakistan attaches great importance to its fraternal relations with Oman, and is keen to further enhance these brotherly relations in all spheres. Talking to the Ambassador-designate of Pakistan to Oman K.K. Ahsan Wagan at the Aiwan-e-Sadr in Islamabad on Friday, Dr Arif Alvi however said that the current volume of bilateral trade between Pakistan and Oman does not commensurate to the true potential. The president said that Pakistan has the potential of exporting food items, construction materials, leather and surgical goods to Oman. In this regard, he said that the ambassador-designate should endeavor to promote our economic and commercial interests in Oman and utilize existing institutional mechanisms. President Arif Alvi highlighted that the presence of Pakistani community in Oman is a living bridge between the two Countries. He said that we take pride that the Pakistani community has been making valuable contribution to the development of Oman.
Hong Kong customs seizes $50 mln smuggled frozen meat to mainland China
BEIJING/HONG KONG, Nov 29 (Reuters) - Hong Kong customs seized about 540 tonnes of suspected smuggled frozen meat with an estimated market value of about $50 million, the authority said in a statement on Friday, case of its kind in the past decade.The meat was found aboard four suspicious fishing vessels that were leaving Hong Kong, the customs authority said in a statement. Local broadcaster RTHK said the vessels were allegedly bound for mainland China.
China updates drug reimbursement list, agrees price cuts
Chinese regulators have added 70 new medicines to the country’s National Reimbursement Drug List (NRDL), and has agreed an average of 61% in price cuts with pharma companies.
Daily Mail owner buys rival the i for nearly £50m
Daily Mail and General Trust chairman Lord Rothermere said the publication was ‘highly respected’ and generating plenty of cash.
Most SE Asian stocks slip as Sino-US tensions over Hong Kong continue to weigh
(Nov 29): Most Southeast Asian markets dropped on Friday, hurt by worries that a US law backing protesters in Chinese-ruled Hong Kong could disrupt ongoing trade negotiations, as the two countries try to strike a deal to diffuse a 16-month long trade war.All eyes were trained on China, which on Thursday warned of retaliation after US President Donald Trump signed legislation that, among other things, threatened sanctions for human rights violations in Hong Kong."Market will continue to wait for
Facebook instructed by POFMA Office to publish correction notice on States Times Review's post
SINGAPORE: The office overseeing the Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Act (POFMA) on Friday (Nov 29) instructed Facebook to ...
Thai court fines Philip Morris $39.7 million for tax evasion
BANGKOK (AP) - A court in Thailand on Friday found the local unit of tobacco giant Philip Morris guilty of evading taxes by under-declaring the value of cigarettes it imported from the Philippines. It ordered the company to pay a fine of 1.2 billion baht ($39.7 million).
‘Kammuri’ least likely to be super typhoon
Pagasa said “Kammuri, ” which is still outside the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) and as of now has no direct effect on the country, has gained more strength while moving northwestward slowly at 170 kilometers per hour (kph). It was last spotted 1,470 km east of Southern Luzon with maximum sustained winds of 140 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 170 kph.
Future of big name Burton store in the balance
It could be saved by another high street name
RBI begins bankruptcy proceedings against DHFL, sends stressed NBFC to NCLT
DHFL, once one of India's top shadow lenders, owes its creditors - which include mutual funds, banks, pension funds, insurance firms and retail investors - close to Rs 1 trillion
Air Serbia to launch flights from Istanbul Airport in December
Air Serbia has decided to resume flights from Istanbul on Dec. 11 after nearly a two-year break since March 14, 2017. According to a statement released...
Trenchcoats and rockets: Kim supervises North Korea weapons test
North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un supervised Thursday's test of what it called a "super-large multiple launch rocket system", Pyongyang's state ...
#BoycottDabangg3: NGO Writes To CBFC, Demands Censor Certificate Cancellation Of Salman Khan Starrer
Even as #BoycottDabangg3 has been trending on Twitter since Friday morning over netizens' claim that Salman Khan's Dabangg 3 has upset Hindu sentiments, a Bengaluru-based NGO, Hindu Janajagruti Samiti
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$5.8B deficit over 6 months
The federal government ran a deficit of $5.8 billion over the first six months of its 2019-20 fiscal year compared with a surplus of $1.2 billion in the same period last year.
Britain will leave EU by January 31 – Boris Johnson
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Friday said that Britain would leave the EU by Jan. 31 at the latest if his Conservative Party wins a majority...
China's true economic growth could be half of what everyone thinks, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - GDP growth could be as low as half the official number and that markets are likely overestimating China’s importance for the global economy.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
QFFD grants $4.2m to Jordan Refugee Health Fund
Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) has signed a $4.2m grant agreement with the Government of Jordan to contribute to the financing of Jordan Refugee Health Fund in order to alleviate financial pressures on the Jordanian Ministry of Health budget as a result of the large influx of refugees.
Georgian president postpones visit to Ukraine until 2020
The president of Georgia has decided to postpone her visit to Ukraine at the request of the Ukrainian side.
Scottish Natural Heritage apologises for killing hundreds of trees
More than 300 beech trees were deliberately poisoned by the organisation on an island in Loch Lomond.
Trump impeachment news – live: White House ‘engaged in unprecedented obstruction’, as officials admit they have no record of call president claims proves his innocence
Donald Trump’s White House has “engaged in unprecedented obstruction”, former acting solicitor general Neal Katyal has declared in a damning interview with MSNBC, as the White House admits it has no record of a key call between the president and EU ambassador Gordon Sondland that Republicans had hoped
Trump's visit to Afghanistan was so secret the White House sent generic Thanksgiving tweets from his account to avoid questions about why he didn't post for 13 hours
White House staffers sent generic Thanksgiving tweets from President Donald Trump’s Twitter account to avoid suspicion had his account been silent as he made a secret trip to visit US troops in Afghanistan.
Reprieve For Customers As Co-op Bank Scraps Balance Enquiry Charges
The Co-operative Bank has announced that it is scrapping all balance inquiry charges to its customers.In a statement posted on it social media pages, Co-op Bank said the move was as a result of cu
Air quality improves in Delhi, light rains predicted
The Air Quality Index stood at 79 on Friday
Trump's visit to Afghanistan was so secret the White House sent generic Thanksgiving tweets from his account to avoid questions about why he didn't post for 13 hours, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The White House took a series of measures to ensure total secrecy when President Donald Trump visited troops in Afghanistan on Thanksgiving.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Govt on track to make India $5 trillion economy by 2024: P K Misra
Describing the country's economic fundamentals as strong, Mishra said the annual average GDP growth of 7.5 per cent during 2014-2019 was the highest since independence
South Africa Court Rejects Zuma Appeal To Prevent Corruption Trial
A South African court on Friday rejected an appeal by former President Jacob Zuma that sought to prevent his prosecution on corruption charges over a 2 billion dollars arms deal.
Boris Johnson wants ‘exuberant’ media after Channel 4 debate row
A Conservative source suggested the party may review Channel 4’s public service broadcasting position.
‘Moo’tivational step: Russian dairy farm tests VR glasses on cows to get more milk
Though it is unclear if the experiment has increased milk production, various reports suggested that the experiment has resulted in decreased anxiety and improved the emotional mood of the heard.
Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi to name alliance General Secretary in days
Mubasher: Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi on Friday said that it will name a general secretary in the upcoming days as a first step towards boosting the operational efficiency.
Flughafen Zürich AG wins bid for new airport near New Delhi
LUCKNOW, India — An Indian official says Flughafen Zürich AG has been selected to design, develop and operate a new airport near the Indian capital after outbidding Indian companies. A spokesman for the Uttar Pradesh state government, Mritunjay Kumar, says state authorities have acquired 5,100 acres (2,063 hectares) of land and obtained environmental clearance for …
Germany urges unified approach to 5G security in Europe
Both Angela Merkel and Emmanuel Macron suggest no specific vendor should be targeted.
Cryptocurrency exchange IDAX’s CEO reportedly missing with the company’s cold wallet
A relatively small cryptocurrency exchange has halted deposit and withdrawal services after its CEO has reportedly gone missing.
Taliban confirm informal talks with the US
The Taliban has confirmed a claim by US President Donald Trump that Washington has resumed informal talks with the Afghan armed group nearly two months after peace negotiations were abruptly suspended.
Thai court fines Philip Morris $39.7 million for tax evasion
BANGKOK (AP) - A court in Thailand on Friday found the local unit of tobacco giant Philip Morris guilty of evading taxes by under-declaring the value of cigarettes it imported from the Philippines. It ordered the company to pay a fine of 1.2 billion baht ($39.7 million).
Huawei suing US FCC over National Security Risk Allegations - Gizmochina
Amidst the US-China trade disputes, Huawei is still facing issues with the US Government. The Chinese firm is now aiming to challenge a decision made by the US Federal Communication Commission (FCC) that has banned Huawei from using government funds to buy its telecommunications networking equipment. Earlier this year, Huawei was placed on the ‘Entity …
Japan ex-PM Nakasone who boosted ties with US dies at 101
Former Japanese Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone, an ardent conservative who worked to forge a stronger military alliance with the United States, died on Friday at the age of 101, an official at his son's office said.
UK PM Johnson says UK will leave EU by January 31 at the latest
LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Friday that Britain would leave the European Union by Jan. 31 at the latest if his Conservative Party win a majority in the election in two weeks time.
Climate change protests staged across the globe
The protests come just days before officials gather in Madrid for talks on tackling climate change.
Eurozone inflation jumps more than expected in November – ING
The increase in both headline and core inflation was driven by strong growth in services prices. Still, don't assume this has implications for the Eur
Ram temple will bring peace, foster brotherhood: Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
Asked how he envisages the proposed Ram temple to be, Ravi Shankar said, "Which will bring peace in the country and establish brotherhood between both the communities. Work has started towards the realisation of the dream the country harboured for a long time of having a grand Ram temple."
Newly discovered massive black hole ‘should not even exist,' astronomers say
The discovery of a massive black hole so monstrous it should not exist has left astronomers worldwide stumped, Astronomy magazine reported.
Daimler to cut 'thousands' of jobs by 2022 to fund electric vehicle shift
"Daimler aims to cut thousands of jobs worldwide by the end of 2022," the Mercedes-Benz maker said in a statement, adding that it intended to save 1.4 billion euros ($1.5 billion) in staff costs
Costco extends its Thanksgiving day promotions after its website crashes for several hours, preventing furious customers from shopping the deals, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - "I just want to spend my money on your site... why is it so hard?" one Costco shopper wrote on Twitter on Thursday.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Witness to Laquan McDonald’s fatal shooting settles lawsuit
CHICAGO — A woman who witnessed the fatal 2014 shooting of Laquan McDonald by a Chicago police officer has settled her lawsuit against the city. Alma Benitez alleges in the federal lawsuit filed in 2016 that investigators tried to pressure her into changing her account of the shooting. Benitez was in a fast-food drive thru …
Fired Zimbabwe state doctors reject offer to return to work
Zimbabwe state doctors who were fired for going on strike have rejected a government offer to return to work, their union said on Friday. President Emmerson Mnangagwa's government, which responded to the job boycott by firing 448 doctors and pursuing disciplinary action against more than 1,000 others
ZRP shake-up looms, Matanga to go
A SHAKE-UP is imminent in the Zimbabwe Republic Police, with Commissioner-General Godwin Matanga set to be replaced, as President Emmerson Mnangagwa continues t...
Slowdown impact? Core sector output shrinks 5.8% in October
As many as six of eight core industries saw a contraction in output in October
‘Taliban Wants A Deal’: Trump During Surprise Thanksgiving Visit To US Troops In Afghanistan
The US president said that American and Afghan soldiers were making the Taliban more eager to reach a peace agreement
Brad Gobright, who died in Mexico fall, on what drew him to rock climbing – video
The publication Rock and Ice described Gobright as 'one of the most accomplished free solo climbers in the world'
Bitcoin Price Grinds Closer to $8K as $7,500 Support Remains Intact
Resistance closer to $8,000 remains but a bearish reversal back to the $6,000 range has yet to materialize, boosting trader sentiment.
Black Friday 2019 Shoppers Stay Away From Stores, Spend Online, Analysts Say
Early discounts saw a dip in the numbers lining up at stores across the country, according to consultants.
Lonely and hungry
We’re reminded every year how many Canadians are left behind in our society, without enough food. Hunger Count 2019 has just been released.
RCom shares hit upper circuit for sixth time; gain over 42 per cent in nine sessions
On the BSE, the stock settled 3.85 per cent up at 81 paise. The stock has gained over 42 per cent in nine trading sessions.
Boris Johnson promises to give state aid to UK companies to stop them collapsing after Brexit
Boris Johnson has promised to scrap EU state aid rules after Brexit in order to stop UK businesses from collapsing.
#BorisJohnsonIsAMelt: Tories Threaten Channel 4 After it Replaced the PM With Melting Ice Sculptures
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who is now campaigning in the general election, has recently found himself in hot water after he refused to take part in an interview with BBC presenter Andrew Neil.
5 things to know for Friday, November 29, 2019
Investigative teams are combing through debris in a wooded area to determine what made a small plane crash in southern Ontario, killing all seven passengers on board. Here's what else you need to know to start your day.
FM's remarks on economy disappointing in extreme: Yashwant Sinha
Yashwant Sinha said the root cause of the current economic crisis is "death of demand" in the country. He alleged that the government ignored the agriculture distress in the country. Sinha also raised questions over the data for calculating GDP numbers. He added that companies after companies are facing bankruptcy and the govt has stated that it would have to close Air India.
Amazon workers in Germany stage strike on Black Friday
Workers at Amazon distribution centres in Germany have gone on strike for better pay on Black Friday, one of the busiest days of the year for the online retailer.
Costco extends its Thanksgiving Day promotions after its website crashed for several hours, preventing furious customers from shopping the deals
"I just want to spend my money on your site... why is it so hard?" one person wrote to Costco on Twitter on Thursday.
AstraZeneca's Imfinzi gets speedy FDA review for small cell lung cancer
British drugmaker AstraZeneca Plc said on Friday its cancer drug Imfinzi has been granted a speedy review by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ...
Eight core sector industries shrink 5.8% in October
Electricity generation declined by 12.4 per cent in October, 2019 over October, 2018. Its cumulative index increased by 1.5 per cent during April to October, 2019-20 over the corresponding period of previous year
London Bridge Attack: Several Injured After Stabbing Incident, One Suspect Detained
"We are in the early stages of dealing with an incident at London Bridge," a leading daily reported police as saying in a statement.
London Bridge incident: People injured and shots fired after stabbing
A major incident has been declared
WATCH:NUST Slay Queen reveals why she walked around campus semi nude ‘Zodwa Wabantu’ style
NUST Slay Queen reveals why she walked around campus semi nude 'Zodwa Wabantu' style
Boris Johnson defends 1995 remarks that children of single mothers are 'ignorant, aggressive and illegitimate'
BORIS Johnson has defended disparaging remarks he made about single mothers, telling a voter they were made before he was "even in politics".
BBNaija: Is Khadoni Next Bamteddy? (Video)
In what appears to be a journey to the next level, former BBNaija housemate, Gedoni has stated that his relationship with Khafi has got to a permanent site.
Rohit Sharma, new blue-eyed boy for corporates, to earn Rs 75 crore more per year
Rohit Sharma endorses more than 20 brands at the moment. Industry insiders believe that the 32-year-old's earnings will see a quantum jump of Rs 75 crore per annum.
HDFC MF front-running case: Sebi slaps Rs 8.7 mn fine on 7 firms
In its latest order passed on Thursday, Sebi noted that the entities have disgorged the ill-gotten profits made by them along with interest in compliance with disgorgement orders
Rescued tigers get Spanish safe haven
Five of nine tigers that narrowly survived a grueling journey across Europe will be moved to a new home at an animal refuge in Spain after spending weeks recovering at zoos in Poland.
Exclusive: Mexico's Pemex fights in court to suspend clean diesel rule - documents
Mexico's state-run oil company Pemex has been fighting for almost a year in court to suspend a rule issued by the previous government, requiring ...
Amazon workers strike on ‘Black Friday’
Hundreds of Amazon workers in Germany walked off the job as the US online retailer kicked off its "Black Friday" sales bonanza, escalating a long-simmering battle for better pay and working conditi...
Detectives treating case of 11-month-old boy who died in Armagh as murder
A man in his 30s has been arrested in connection with the death of Hunter McGleenon.
Speaker indicates Pragya Thakur to be called to LS
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday indicated that he would call BJP member Pragya Thakur, who is facing opposition fire for her remarks on Nathuram Godse, to the House after the Question Hour.
UK online supermarket Ocado strikes AI deal in Japan
UK online supermarket Ocado is venturing further outside its main market, announcing Friday a deal to provide artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities to Japanese retail giant Aeon.
Turkey treats migrants beaten by Greek troops
Turkey takes care of the refugees mistreated by Greece by going against the international law, beating and pushing back the migrants
Shrewsbury restaurant wins top award
A Shrewsbury restaurant has won a top award in a national competition.
US stocks retreat from records on greater trade tension
WEST NEW YORK, Nov 29 — Wall Street stocks retreated from records early today on revived worries about US-China trade talks as retailer shares were mixed on the official start of the holiday shopping season. Analysts pointed to increased US-China trade friction as Beijing threatened unspecified...
CrowdOwnership: LandWey launches online investment platform for real estate co-ownership
In a bid to create a profitable, vibrant and viable entry into real estate investment by pooling intending real estate investors together to collectively...
Farogh Naseem takes oath as federal minister
He will hold the portfolio of federal law and justice minister upon return to the cabinet.
China Folds: Beijing Does Nothing After Trump Signs HK Bill
President calls China's bluff
How To Fix Disney+ Streaming Issues
By now, you've probably heard Disney+ has arrived in Australia. While the streaming service's launch was a bit technically shaky in the US, Australia seems to have been spared from the brunt of it. With that said, some users are still experiencing occasional hiccups, including out-of-sync audio and video freeze ups....
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey Announces He’s Moving To Africa, Says It Will Define Bitcoin Future
Dorsey’s trip could be the beginning of a Western ideological shift among big technology companies toward nations in Africa. Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey announced in a tweet this week that he would ...
India’s EV charging infrastructure starts to take shape
In the last few months, several private and state-owned enterprises have laid the groundwork for setting up charging stations.
Costco extends its Thanksgiving day promotions after its website crashes for more than 24-hours, preventing furious customers from shopping the deals
Costco is extending its Thanksgiving day online promotions to customers in the US after its website crashed for more than 24 hours and shoppers were unable to shop the sales.
Several people stabbed in London Bridge incident - Barriere Star Journal
A man has been detained, according to Metropolitan Police
Police say officers shot man at London Bridge, Sky says another person killed
LONDON (Reuters) - British police said officers had shot a man in an incident at London Bridge on Friday which they were treating as a terrorism as a precaution and Sky News reported that another person had been killed.
Redmi wants to be universal and prepares new Router and Smart Speaker - Gizchina.com
Rate this post The expansion of the Redmi brand is being as powerful as what Xiaomi once offered. For this reason, it has prepared new ...
US-Taliban Talks Are Back On
Trump makes announcement during Afghanistan visit
India quarterly growth falls to worst level in six years
MUMBAI, Nov 29 — India’s economy grew at its slowest pace in more than six years in the July-September period, down to 4.5 per cent from 7.0 per cent a year ago, according to government figures released today that piled more pressure on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The expansion in Asia’s...
Fury in Malta over latest twist in slain reporter case
An intensifying probe into the murder of Caruana Galizia, who was blown up by a car bomb in October 2017, has destabilized Joseph Muscat's government, though the prime minister has rebutted repeated calls for his resignation.
Germany's Daimler to cut at least 10,000 jobs over 3 years
BERLIN (AP) - German automaker Daimler said Friday that it plans to cut at least 10,000 jobs worldwide by the end of 2022. It plans not to fill some vacant posts and to offer severance packages in Germany to reduce administrative jobs.
Mexico bristles at US terror designation plan
MEXICO CITY, Nov 29 — President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said today Mexico had not been invaded for more than a century and he would not permit another foreign intervention, reflecting tensions over a Trump administration plan to designate drug cartels based in Mexico as terrorist groups....
Infosys inks pact with Services Australia to digitise welfare entitlements
IT services major Infosys on Friday said it has inked an agreement with Australian federal government’s Services Australia to transform the entitlement calculation engine for the nation’s welfare syst
Alaska governor marks 1st year in office amid turmoil
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) - Last December, poor weather scrambled Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy's inaugural plans, a bumpy start to a turbulent year marked by budget disputes and a recall threat.
India Fires Salvo Against Israeli Manufacturer for 'Snubbing' Its Domestic Anti-Tank Guided Missile
New Delhi (Sputnik): Israeli manufacturer Rafael faced a major setback in 2018 after the Indian Defence Ministry cancelled a $500 million Spike deal in favour of a domestically manufactured anti-tank guided missile. New Delhi previously bailed on a Spike purchase in 2011, and again in 2017 – both times under the DRDO’s pressure.
U.K. Police Shoot Man After Potential Terrorist Attack in London
(Bloomberg) -- Armed police shot a man after a possible terrorist attack sent hundreds of people running for their lives in the heart of London.Several civilians were believed to have been injured in a stabbing just before 2 p.m. in the London Bridge area on the edge of the capital’s financial center
Labour to cut jobs at Newcastle office amid talk of tight finances
Staff say they feel let down after being told their contracts will end after Christmas
MHP leader: No turning back from presidential system
There is no turning back from the presidential system as it is the only path to true democracy and stability in the country, said the head of the...
UK's Corbyn says his thoughts are with those at London Bridge
LONDON (Reuters) - Britain’s opposition Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn said his thoughts were with those caught up in the “shocking” incident at London Bridge on Friday, and thanked the emergency services for their response.
Govt not taking appropriate measures to tackle onion crisis: Congress
In a press conference here, the party's Rajya Sabha member Amee Yajnik said the government has "failed utterly" in handling the matter
One person taken to hospital after car crash in Lytham
A female in her 20s and a male in his 60s were involved in the crash.
Airbus considering production of hybrid airplane by 2035
HAMBURG (Reuters) - Airbus (AIR.PA) (AIRG.DE) is considering producing a hybrid plane by 2035 as it strives for a low emission aircraft, its chief executive said.
Eagle-eyed Aldi shoppers spot 'worst deal of Black Friday' - and it's laughable
The deal, courtesy of Aldi, has sparked plenty of raised eyebrows from shoppers
FRSC criticises lane indiscipline by drivers - The Nation Newspaper
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ebonyi has criticised the practice of lane indiscipline which it described as common among drivers in Ebonyi...
Sondland Won’t Resign After Three Sexual Misconduct Allegations
Ambassador to the EU Gordon Sondland will not resign after three women came forward with detailed accounts of his sexual...
Judge: 'Daft' that gardaí spent €280 to mop up prisoner's urine
A judge has described as 'daft' gardaí paying specialist cleaners €280 to clean up a mess caused by a man in custody when he urinated on a cell door and floor at Ennis Garda Station.
Several stabbed near London Bridge; man detained | IOL News
British police say several people have stabbed near to London Bridge, and a man has been detained.
Construction of Ajaokuta gas pipeline to begin soon – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari said on Friday work would soon commence on the construction of the 600-kilometre Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano gas pipeline
Osinbajo to state govts: prioritise basic education by making funds available
Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo has called on state governments to give priority to basic education by making funds available....
Ultimate sufferer is common Mumbaikar: Fadnavis after CM Thackeray stays Aarey car shed work
Devendra Fadnavis said the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) had given Rs 15,000 crore for the metro project on "nominal" interest rates.
Hungarian police find tunnels used by migrants to cross border
Police said they discovered both tunnels not long after their construction was completed and filled both of them up again.
Europe: Banks May Hold and Sell Bitcoin Starting From 2020
According to a new bill on the Fourth Money Laundering Directive drafted by the European Union (EU), banks could be authorized to offer digital assets services including storage for customers. Germany would likely be the first nation to adopt the proposal. According to a German news report published on November 27, 2019, the amendment would come into force as early as 2020.
Bruce Golding re-conferred with Honorary Distinguished Fellow at UWI
The University of the West Indies has announced that it has re-conferred the title of Honorary Distinguished Fellow on Bruce Golding, former Prime Minister of Jamaica and Mona Campus alumnus, for another five years. The appointment took effect on...
Bizongo emerges as the fastest-growing tech company in India
Data science firm TheMathCompany was ranked second and Vadodara-based communication automation solutions firm Phonon was ranked third for the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 India programme
OYO's valuation continues to soar despite losses; hovers near $10-bn mark
The losses have reportedly mounted due to the rise in operating expenses fuelled by the company's aggressive expansion in overseas markets
Buffett outbid by private equity in Berkshire's big deal hunt
Warren Buffett has frequently touted his Berkshire Hathaway Inc. as a home for businesses away from what he said was the debt-fueled, quick-turnover appetite of private equity firms. But the Berkshire name wasn’t enough for Tech Data Corp.
POINT OF VIEW: ‘BEF’ reshaping Nigeria visual art
The arts industry in Nigeria, visual arts precisely, has begun to attract attention. This is as a result of efforts made by the Ben Enwonwu Foundation (BEF)
Russia removes restrictions on two Brazilian beef plants - regulator
MOSCOW, Nov 29 (Reuters) - Russia's agriculture safety watchdog said on Friday it removed temporary restrictions on beef supplies to Russia from two plants in Brazil starting from Nov. 29.One of the plants authorized to resume sales to Russia is operated by Minerva SA and the other one by JBS , the Russian regulator, Rosselkhoznadzor said in a statement.
London Bridge incident: Suspect shot by police after five injured in stabbing
Five people were injured in a stabbing incident on London Bridge today before a suspect was shot by police. Video footage has emerged online which showed
The wealth gap is one of the defining issues in the US right now, but proposals that punish the wealthy could be focusing on the wrong part of the problem
A wealth tax could have cut Jeff Bezos’ fortune in half and made Bill Gates $US61 billion less rich, but it might not do anything to make the economy feel more fair to the middle class, Bloomberg columnist Noah Smith argued in a recent column.
‘Fake parliament’ not fit for sensitive legislation: Maulana Fazl
JUI-F chief addresses protest rally in Karachi, urges ECP to take PTI foreign funding case to its logical conclusion
The wealth gap is one of the defining issues in the US right now, but proposals that punish the wealthy could be focusing on the wrong part of the problem, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - captionDemocratic presidential candidate, Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) speaks to her supporters after officially filing to be on the ballot for the New Hampshire state primary at the State House on…. Read more at businessinsider.sg
U.K. police say a number of people injured in London Bridge stabbing incident
'A man has been detained by police. We believe a number of people have been injured'
Russia removes restrictions on two Brazilian beef plants - regulator
MOSCOW — Russia’s agriculture safety watchdog said on Friday it removed temporary restrictions on beef supplies to Russia from two plants in Brazil starting from Nov.
France Says to Summon Turkish Envoy After Erdogan's 'Insults'
France's Foreign Ministry will summon Turkey's ambassador following insulting comments made by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, a French presidency official said on Friday. Erdogan commented on Emmanuel Macron's warning that NATO was suffering from "b
Durham teen who sent series of hoaxes to US emergency services handed suspended jail term
Connor Ash, 18, of Hawthorn Terrace, Stanley, claimed to be armed with an assault rifle and holding hostage in a series of emails
We have lost a great leader – Ramaphosa on King Sigcawu
President Cyril Ramaphosa has bid farewell to King Mpendulo Zwelonke Sigcawu during his funeral on Friday at the Nqadu Royal Palace near Willowvale in the Eastern Cape.
GAIL Gas launches payment options for PNG connections in Mangaluru
GAIL Gas Ltd, which has been authorised to implement City Gas Distribution (CGD) project in Dakshina Kannada district, has introduced three payment options for getting domestic PNG (piped natural gas)
Several people stabbed in London Bridge incident
A man has been detained, according to Metropolitan Police
Coinbase Denies Report of $150M Acquisition of Tagomi Brokerage Firm
Coinbase has denied reports that it acquired digital currency brokerage firm Tagomi for $150 million.
FG’s 10 million jobs target achievable — Fashola
The Minister of Works and Housing, Mr Babatunde Raji Fashola, has said the ministry would play a vital role in helping the administration to...
Patrice Désilets: Ancestors fell foul of critics' expectations
"People expected my studio of 35 people to ship a game that is close to Assassin's Creed -- and it's just not possible"
Hazel Chu elected cathaoirleach of The Green Party
Dublin city Councillor Hazel Chu has been elected as the new cathaoirleach of The Green Party.Co...
Telkom walks away after Cell C rejects offer
Telkom has withdrawn a cautionary notice to shareholders about its proposed acquisition of Cell C after the board of the mobile operator spurned its approaches.
Malegaon blast: Supreme Court to hear after two weeks plea against bail granted to Sadhvi Pragya
Seven people were killed in a bomb blast on September 29, 2008 at Malegaon, a communally-sensitive textile town in Nasik district of north Maharashtra. The plea, filed by the father of one of the blast victims, came up for hearing before a bench headed by Justice A M Khanwilkar. The apex court said it would hear the matter after two weeks.
CME Group Bitcoin Futures Contract Expire Today, BTC Price Pushes Ahead
The monthly Bitcoin Futures Contracts of CME Group are set to expire today, as it’s the last trading Friday of the month. With the recent volatility, the
Tory minister rules out immigration powers being devolved to Scotland
A senior Conservative Cabinet minister has dismissed the latest call from the SNP for immigration powers to be devolved to Holyrood once the UK leaves the EU.
Address problems of workers, demands JAC
Employees’ associations stage protest in Vijayawada
Trump slams Newsweek article predicting he will spend Thanksgiving golfing and tweeting
President Trump responded to a Newsweek article prediction that he would spend Thanksgiving tweeting by responding to them on Twitter.
Supermax is optimistic on FY2020
PETALING JAYA: Supermax Corp Bhd remains optimistic on its financial year 2020 prospect despite posting a lower net profit in the first quarter (Q1) ended September 30, 2019.
Gang cops bust suspected dealers with 30 kg of cocaine and $125,000 cash
The Surrey RCMP gang enforcement team reports that it has had three significant seizures of suspected cocaine and cash since Nov. 8, 2019.
Boris Johnson: It Is Best If Trump Doesn’t Get Involved In Our Election Campaigns
Prime Minister Boris Johnson said it was best if US President Donald Trump did not get involved in Britain’s upcoming election when he visits London for a Nato summit next week. “What we don’t do traditionally as loving allies and friends, what we don’t do traditionally, is get involved in each other’s election campaigns,” said Johnson, whose Conservative Party […]
Government is on its last legs, says BNP's Mirza Fakhrul
BNP leader Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir believes the end is near for the ruling Awami League government.
'Maha-like experiment needed in Goa to oust BJP'
Former BJP ally Goa Forward Party (GFP) on Friday said it favours Maharashtra-like political experiment in the state to get rid of the "anti-people" government led by Pramod Sawant.
Timeline: Twists and turns in Mediaset vs Vivendi TV drama
(Reuters) - Italian broadcaster Mediaset (MS.MI) and shareholder Vivendi (VIV.PA) were negotiating on Friday to find a way to end a three-year legal battle after all-night talks failed to produce a breakthrough, sources said.
GDP at 4.5%: What is recession?
Q2 GDP: Recession, simply put, is when an economy starts to decline in value. It means that the country is producing and earning less than what it did before
Warren Buffett gets outbid by private equity amid Berkshire's 'elephant-sized' deal hunt
While Buffett is still on the prowl, he may not be willing to outbid private equity firms flush with money
High-level visits, new projects to promote Turkish-Hungarian relations further
Enhancing their relations to a strategic level in 2013, Ankara and Budapest have greatly developed bilateral ties and initiated many projects, the Hungarian ambassador to Ankara said
Hundreds to descend on OMV in New Plymouth
Hundreds to descend on OMV in New Plymouth for climate protest
Major Police Response at London Bridge Amid Reports of Shooting
Truck sprawled across multiple lanes in photos from scene
Missing Irish dad feared murdered by Colombian drug cartel
It is feared that James Hillis, from Forth Mountain, in County Wexford has been murdered by a drug cartel in South America. Hillis, the father of young children, traveled to Columbia, from his own in Tenerife, Spain, on his Irish passport in October 2019. He has not been heard of in a month...
New EU leadership eyes more 'assertive' role for bloc
The European Union plans a bigger global role for itself, one of its new chiefs emphasised Friday as the bloc's leadership started changing the guard to a team with firm geopolitical ambitions.
Eight arrested in Gabon corruption purge
The revived anti-graft drive has seen a string of top-level arrests.
Gale of defection hits PDP as 7 LG Chairmen defect to APC in Ekiti
Ekiti-No fewer than seven serving local government chairmen elected on the platform of the People’s Democratic Party defected to the APC...
Israeli troops kill Palestinian teen at Gaza protest, Palestinians say
Israeli soldiers shot and killed a Palestinian teenager near the border fence with the Gaza Strip on Friday, Palestinian officials said. Israel's military said soldiers had been fending off Palestinians who had approached and tried to sabotage its security fence. The military also said the demonstrators
Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi to appoint General Secretary for alliance
Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi said on Friday that in coming days it planned to appoint a General Secretary for the alliance in a bid to boost ...
Iraqi Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi submits resignation amid protests
Iraqi Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi said on Friday he would offer his resignation to parliament to allow lawmakers to choose a new government, in a move that follows weeks of violent anti-government
The Premier League's incoming chief executive David Pemsel has withdrawn from the role
The incoming chief executive of the Premier League David Pemsel has withdrawn from the role following tabloid reports about his [...]
Giant black hole 'should not even exist,' stunned scientists say
Scientists have discovered a huge black hole that is challenging long-held assumptions about the cosmic bodies in the Milky Way.
Israeli troops kill Palestinian teen at Gaza protest, Palestinians say
GAZA (Reuters) - Israeli soldiers shot and killed a Palestinian teenager near the border fence with the Gaza Strip on Friday, Palestinian officials said.
Buffett outbid by private equity in Berkshire’s big deal hunt
Apollo Global Management tops Berkshire's share bid for technology distribution company.
Man rapes and brutally murders 21-year-old student by stabbing her 52 times
The man responsible for the rape and brutal murder of a 21-year-old South African student by stabbing her 52 times has been arrested by the Police. The man allegedly stabbed Precious Ramabulana in a rape and
The big news: GDP growth touches six-year low, industrial output contracts, and 9 other top stories
Other headlines: A Telangana minister asked why a vet did not call the police in her last moments, and Uddhav Thackeray halted a metro car shed project.
Forex reserve hits fresh record high of $449 billion
In the previous week, the reserves had increased by $441 million to reach $448.249 billion.
Plea in SC seeks stay on implementation of Electoral Bond Scheme
Plea filed by Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) said that certain amendments made in Finance Act, 2017 and earlier Finance Act, 2016, both passed as money bills, have opened doors to unlimited political donations, even from foreign companies and thereby legitimising electoral corruption at a huge scale.
Agriculture Q2 growth shows marginal recovery at 2.1%; farmer incomes dip
Most rabi crops, including wheat, mustard and chana, were selling at 10% to 37% below the MSP in the first few months after their harvest
Supreme Court Justice apologizes to bereaved families
Supreme Court Justice Neil Hendel apologizes for sending condolences to the family of a terrorist who died in Israeli prison.
Most fund managers since 2011 see South Africa equities as cheap
More fund managers also see local bonds as undervalued, survey shows.
Canada: GDP masks sharp improvement in Canadian business investment for Q3 – TDS
Commenting on Friday's Gross Domestic Report from Canada, "GDP growth was in line with market expectations, with the Canadian economy growing 1.3% (an
Melaye seeks injunction to stop supplementary poll
Senator Dino Melaye has approached the court to stop the supplementary election of Kogi West Senatorial District scheduled to hold
Multiple fires reportedly set inside luxury downtown LA apartment building
Multiple fires were allegedly set inside a luxury downtown Los Angeles high-rise building late Thursday night, prompting the evacuation of several floors, officials said.
Biz EOD: GDP growth slows down to 4.5%; RBI may cut repo rate; Fiscal deficit of 3.9% realistic, says Uday Kotak
Catch the top stories from the world of business and economy with BusinessToday.In's end of day (EOD) report
GOP Sen. Cotton on Peace Talks with Taliban: We Need Them to Work with Us | Breitbart
Friday on "Fox & Friends," Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR) weighed in on the peace talks with the Taliban, which President Donald Trump revealed on Thursday | Clips
Alaska governor marks 1st year in office amid turmoil
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) - Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy says he hopes to move past the rancor of his first year in office, amid an unsettled dispute with lawmakers over state spending and threat of a recall effort.
Spurt in wheat sowing pushes rabi area to 338 lakh hectares
Pulses acreage falls with dip in area under gram cultivation
After Being Slammed For Anti-Semitism Under Corbyn’s Leadership, Labour Now Denounced For Anti-Hindu Prejudice
The Chief Rabbi of the UK and the Archbishop of Canterbury had earlier criticised anti-semitism in Labour
I would now vote to leave the EU, says oil tycoon Sir Ian Wood
The businessman and philanthropist voted to remain in 2016 but said the UK could be ‘better off’ outside of the bloc.
Tusla involved in welfare plans for Lisa Smith’s child - Taoiseach
Speculation Ms Smith and daughter may be flown back to Ireland in the coming days
Ambulance service launches investigation following sudden staff deaths
The chief of the region's troubled ambulance service has launched an investigation into concerns raised by staff following the sudden death of three colleagues.
Dr Macharia Irungu appointed new Kenya Pipeline Corporation MD
Former Gulf Africa Petroleum Corporation CEO Dr. Macharia Irungu has been appointed the new Kenya Pipeline Managing Director.
Consumer Commission Fines Ford R35 Million For Kuga Fires
The National Consumer Commission has fined the Ford Motor Company R35 million for the Kuga SUV fires, which have seen a number of vehicles bursting into flames. The company has also agreed to compensate consumers affected by the fires. Compensation will amount to R50,000 each. The commission made the announcement at a briefing in Pretoria […]
Canalside apartment proposal given green light
Work to build more than 70 new canal-side apartments on derelict Walsall land could start as soon as January after plans were given the green light.
Iraq's prime minister submits resignation as deadly protests sweep country
The PM announced his intention to step down live on television the day after more than 40 protesters were killed in clashes with security forces.
France to summon Turkish envoy over Erdogan’s ‘insults’
PARIS, Nov 29 — The French government will summon the Turkish envoy in Paris for talks after what it termed “insults” by Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who accused Emmanuel Macron of suffering “brain death”, the president’s office said today. Erdogan used an expression...
Parts of US brace for heavy snow as storm system to bring 'weather hazards'
Plains region could see severe thunderstorms and tornadoes as dangerous weather has disrupted Thanksgiving travel
Forex kitty continues to move up, closes in $449 billion mark
India Business News: Foreign exchange reserves continued the upward move, gaining by a modest $347 million to touch a new high of $448.6 billion in the week to November 22
Ohanaeze youths disown kinsman seeking third term for Buhari
Mudiaga Affe The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council has disowned the move by a member of the All Progressives Congress in Ebonyi State, Charles Enya, who is seeking an amendment of the Constitution t...
Minister: Creche operators were aware of fire safety regulations before now
Childcare operators have said they are not prepared for new fire safety regulations and inspections at creches, but the Minister for Children Katherine Zappone has said they were aware of them before now.
Maharashtra: Uddhav Thackeray govt to face floor test on Saturday, Speaker post remains contentious
Uddhav Thackeray government will face a floor test in Maharashtra assembly on Saturday. On Sunday, the speaker will be appointed and from Monday, the assembly will resume formal work.
The wealth gap is one of the defining issues in the US right now, but proposals that punish the wealthy could be focusing on the wrong part of the problem
A wealth tax could have cut Jeff Bezos' fortune in half and made Bill Gates $61 billion less rich, but it might not do anything to make the economy feel more fair to the middle class, Bloomberg columnist Noah Smith argued in a recent column.
Dangote Sugar Refinery: Revenue recovers but cost pressures remain
Dangote Sugar in its recently released 9M 2019 financials reported a marginal y/y growth in revenue to N117.4 billion in 9M 2019.
Smurfit boxes clever on recycling and sustainability
In Paris to receive a business award, Tony Smurfit talks about sustainable packaging, Brexit and France
Hawaii could have more than 10M annual visitors for 1st time
Tourism officials say Hawaii is on track to have more than 10 million visitors in one year for the first time in the state’s history.
AstraZeneca's Imfinzi gets FDA priority review for small cell lung cancer
British drugmaker AstraZeneca Plc said on Friday its cancer drug Imfinzi has been granted a speedy review by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ...
Tory caught staging doorstep chat is odious sexist, says Anna Soubry
Lee Anderson was subject of complaint from MP over Facebook post last summer
Britain's Ocado signs technology partnership with Japan's Aeon
British online grocer Ocado has signed a technology partnership with Japan's Aeon to help the retailer establish an online business, its first ...
The Yen Isn't What It Used To Be
$USDJPY:$SPX ratio sinks to new lows, showing further de-correlation between the two assets.President Trump signing the Hong Kong bill in favor of protesters may be just what JPY bulls need.$USDJPY 1:
Judge will decide on Vivendi request to suspend Mediaset's European plan: source
MILAN (Reuters) - An Italian judge will decide on Vivendi’s (VIV.PA) request to suspend Mediaset’s (MS.MI) pan-European project, as she took note that the two groups failed to settle their long-running dispute, a legal source said on Friday.
Germany's Daimler to cut at least 10,000 jobs over 3 years
BERLIN (AP) - German automaker Daimler said Friday that it plans to cut at least 10,000 jobs worldwide by the end of 2022. It plans not to fill some vacant posts and to offer severance packages in Germany to reduce administrative jobs.
Iraqi prime minister to resign after 400 killed in protests
Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi to step down, after Grand Ayatollah calls for change in leadership as number of dead in protests tops 400.
Time dotCom 3Q net profit rises as revenue improves
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): TIME dotCom Bhd’s third quarter net profit grew 3.77% to RM82.99 million or 14.19 sen per share, from RM79.98 million or 13.71 sen per share a year earlier, on the back of higher revenue.The telecommunication company also attributed the higher earnings in the quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 to a rise in interest income to RM2.5 million from RM1.8 million previously, a net write back of construction deposit of RM700,000 and an increase in share
Bonifacio Monument Circle to be closed to traffic Saturday morning
The Caloocan City government announced road closures for vehicles in line with the observance of the 156th birth anniversary of Andres Bonifacio.
Bottas fastest in opening two practice sessions despite crashing with Grosjean
Both drivers will appear before the stewards on Friday evening.
After five-month road test, B30 implementation gets green light
The vehicles in the test showed “relatively similar” performance in power, emissions and fuel consumption compared to when run using B20 biodiesel.
An efficient cold chain can make farm sector remunerative: expert
‘A weather data book is being prepared for 170 cities’
Winter to be warmer, probability of above-normal temp in cold zones: IMD
The IMD has been issuing seasonal forecast for winter since 2016, and every forecast has predicted a warmer winter
German Amazon workers strike on 'Black Friday'
More than 2,000 Amazon workers in Germany walked off the job as the US online retailer kicked off its
I would now vote to leave the EU, says oil tycoon Sir Ian Wood
The businessman and philanthropist voted to remain in 2016 but said the UK could be ‘better off’ outside of the bloc.
Joshua Allen enters addiction treatment until sentencing hearing
Son of celebrity chef Rachel Allen will spend three months in residential treatment centre
Lawsuit describes harassment, retaliation at nursing school
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — A woman who says she was kicked out of a North Carolina nursing school a month before graduation in retaliation for accusing a supervisor of sexual harassment has sued in a case supported by the Time’s Up movement legal fund.Autumn Davis has sued two supervisors at the University of North Carolina Greensboro nursing school in state court. Davis also is suing the school, the UNC Board of Governors and the Raleigh School of Nurse Anesthesia in federal court.The state attorney general’s office says in a response in federal court Davis can’t prove a connection between her filing a harassment claim while enrolled in school and her dismissal.The Time’s Up Legal Defense Fund is supporting Davi
Sheriff: Man Did ‘Suicide by Cop’ After Wife’s Recent Passing from Cancer
The death of a 60-year-old man in Florida appeared to be suicide by cop, said Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd on Friday.
Survey: AMD CPUs preferred by 60% of Europeans
When asked about the next desktop processor they intended to buy, the 10,000 respondents who take part in the survey expressed a preference for AMD, with 60 percent choosing the company over Intel.
Iraqi Prime Minister Adil Abdul Mahdi says he will resign
Iraqi Prime Minister Adil Abdul Mahdi will resign after nearly two months of anti-government protests, according to a statement from his office.
Georgian mansion transformed into luxury homes for bargain price
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GDP Growth Rate: Deeply Worrying, Says Manmohan Singh; Will Pick up From Next Quarter, Claims Ministry
Many industrialists tell me that they live in an atmosphere of fear in our society today, former PM Manmohan Singh said denouncing Centre's economic policies
FG set to award contract for Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano gas pipeline
John Ameh, Abuja The Federal Government is to construct a 600-kilometre gas pipeline from Ajaokuta through Kaduna to Kano, President Muhammadu Buhari has revealed. The line will transport gas...
Turkey works on strategy to expand high-tech product exports
The government aims to increase Turkey's exports of high-technology products around the world as innovation and research and development, coupled with qualified human resources, are the new criteria for economic growth
Costco's website crashed for several hours over Thanksgiving, and experts estimate it could have cost the retailer nearly $11 million in sales
Costco's website was down for at least 16 hours, according to data from the outage-tracking website, Down Detector.
NATO moves towards spending goal sought by Trump, Spain lags
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - More European allies in NATO are set to meet a defense spending target sought by the United States in 2019, with sharp rises in Romania and Bulgaria, NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said on Friday, but Belgium and Spain will continue to lag.
GHS prepares to fight CSM
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GDP data: All three engines driving economic growth are stalling
While the concerted decline in economic drivers calls for multi-pronged efforts to arrest it, stimulus measures so far have focussed mainly on an investment revival
FASTag not mandatory until December 15
To facilitate sufficient lead time to obtain FASTag, the government has postponed mandatory implementation of electronic toll collection system to December 15
Berlin airport to open in 2020 after nine-year delay
Berlin's new international airport is set to open on October 31, 2020, its operating company said Friday, after an embarrassing nine-year delay owing to structural problems and corruption. "The BER will open on 31.10.2020," Flughafen Berlin Brandenburg (FBB) said on Twitter, using the
Huawei to challenge FCC decision on government subsidy program - WSJ
Huawei Technologies has decided to challenge a U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) decision barring U.S. rural carrier customers from ...
I would now vote to leave the EU, says oil tycoon Sir Ian Wood
The businessman and philanthropist voted to remain in 2016 but said the UK could be ‘better off’ outside of the bloc.
We ll provide funding for UNIDO’s industrialisation programme – FG
Ifeanyi Onuba, Abuja The Minister of State for Budget and National Planning, Clem Agba, has said the Federal Government would support the new five year Country Partnership Programme of the Unite...
Bottas fastest in opening two practice sessions despite crashing with Grosjean
Both drivers will appear before the stewards on Friday evening.
West Indies trying to adapt to Indian pitches: Sherfane Rutherford
The West Indies team has been based in India for the last one month, playing their bilateral series against Afghanistan. Sherfane Rutherford said he has been taking batting tips from skipper Kieron Pollard and Andre Russell.
Govt extends deadline for mandatory FASTags by two weeks to December 15
The government extended the deadline for making FASTag mandatory for toll payments on national highways to December 15 .
SKP Resources 2Q net profit falls 11.4%
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): SKP Resources Bhd saw its net profit fall 11.4% year-on-year to RM24.91 million or 1.99 sen per share in its second quarter ended Sept 30, 2019, from RM28.1 million or 2.25 sen per share previously.This was despite a 2% rise in revenue to RM486.86 million from RM477.23 million, the electronics manufacturing services provider’s stock exchange filing today showed.This brings SKP Resources’ first-half net profit to RM43.4 million, down 19.5% from RM53.94 million in the preceding
FG to support campaign against child abuse, kidnapping, others
The Federal Government has pledged its resolve to support the campaign against child abuse, kidnapping, poverty and child molestation, as parts of...
OGRA recommends slight reduction in petrol price
Suggests cut of Rs2.4 per litre in price of diesel
Several stabbed in London bridge attack ― Police
British police shot a man on Friday after a stabbing in the London Bridge area in the centre of the city. The bridge was also the scene of an attack 2017